Almond Crusted Salmon

This low-carb Almond Crusted Salmon is made with fresh Atlantic salmon filets, coated in a honey mustard sauce and crusted with almonds. It can be baked or air fried for a simple, delicious meal.

5 from 26 votes

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 22

Servings: 2 Servings

Calories: 404kcal

Author :Laura Lynch

Equipment

Ingredients

2 salmon filets 4-6 oz each
1/3 cup (48 g) almonds roasted and salted
1 tablespoon (5 g) Parmesan cheese grated
1 teaspoon (5 g) Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey or honey substitute
1 lemon wedge for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Grind the almonds in a food processor or mini chopper.
Mix the almonds and Parmesan cheese on a plate.
Mix the Dijon mustard and honey together in a small bowl. Coat the salmon with the mixture.
Roll the salmon in the almond mixture until well coated on all sides.
Place the salmon on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until your desired doneness. Internal temperature of the salmon should reach at least 115°F before removing.
Remove from the oven and serve hot.

Notes

You can also use skin on salmon, but you’ll want to sear it for 3 minutes, skin down on a pan before moving to the oven. Cook in the oven for just 5-8 minutes.
Oven: If you don’t want to bake it in the oven, then cook the salmon skin side down in the pan for 3 – 4 minutes on medium-high, then reduce the heat to medium and cook for another 3 minutes. Then, flip the salmon so the everything bagel crust is face-down, and cook for another 3 minutes.
Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F, add your crusted salmon filets skin side down into the basket, and air fryer for 8-10 minutes. Check the internal temperature at the 6-minute mark to make sure you don’t overcook it. There is no need to flip it!
Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels before rolling it in the almond moisture. This will help the seasoning stick to the salmon better and create a crispier crust.
Use fresh, high-quality salmon for the best results.
Let the salmon rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the juices to redistribute and the flavors to meld together. This will also help prevent the salmon from drying out.

Nutrition

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