Herb-Crusted Baked Salmon

Name: Herb-Crusted Baked Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 5 ounce salmon fillet (skin on or off); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 0.25 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped); 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.5 clove garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 0.25 cup orzo pasta (uncooked); 0.75 cup water (or halal chicken broth); 6 ounce asparagus spears (tough ends trimmed)

Flaky baked salmon crowned with a savory herb breadcrumb crust, accompanied by tender lemon orzo and crisp roasted asparagus.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
Servings: 1
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $8.77/serving

Dietary

Halal
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Pescatarian
Low-Sugar
High-Protein

Ingredients

5 ounce salmon fillet (skin on or off)
1 tablespoon olive oil
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
0.5 clove garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
0.25 cup orzo pasta (uncooked)
0.75 cup water (or halal chicken broth)
6 ounce asparagus spears (tough ends trimmed)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat salmon fillet dry. Season with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, dried oregano, minced garlic, and 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Mix until breadcrumbs are moistened.
Press the herb mixture onto the top of the salmon fillet, creating an even crust. Place the salmon on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
Toss asparagus spears with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Arrange them on the other side of the baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flaky, and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
While salmon bakes, cook orzo. In a small saucepan, combine uncooked orzo pasta with water or halal chicken broth, the remaining 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender.
Serve the herb-crusted baked salmon with lemon orzo and roasted asparagus.

Notes

To ensure your salmon cooks evenly, take it out of the refrigerator 10-15 minutes before baking. You can test for doneness by gently flaking the thickest part with a fork.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 615
Protein: 37.9 g
Carbohydrates: 44.5 g
Fat: 33.7 g
Fiber: 5.9 g
Sodium: 1250 mg
Saturated Fat: 5.3 g
Sugar: 4.1 g
Cholesterol: 78 mg