If you’ve been meaning to try something fresh and exciting in the kitchen you have gotta give the Walnuts.org Salmon recipe a try. You don’t even have to worry about finding the time to go buy 10 different kinds of herbs and sauces. Even if you’ve been more busy at work, you can make this dish at home in as little time as possible!
For the Walnut Crusted Salmon recipe, all you need are a handful of ingredients lying around in your pantry including 30 to 40 minutes out of your busy schedule. By the end, you’ll find yourself with a delightful meal and much-needed family time. So let’s get started!
Walnuts.org Walnut Crusted Salmon Fillets
Ingredients Â
- 6 3 oz salmon fillets, skin on
- 1.5 cups California walnuts
- 3 tbsp dry breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp lemon rind, finely grated
- 1.5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Optional add-ins
- 2 tsp parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup panko
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
InstructionsÂ
- Preheat your oven to 400℉
- Line your baking tray with parchment paper
- Arrange the fillets on the baking tray, skin down
- Apply the mustard to the fillets
- Chop the walnuts in a food processor
- Add breadcrumbs, lemon rind, olive oil, dill, and panko to the processor and let them combine
- Your mixture should stick together
- Gently press the mixture onto the fillets
- Place the baking tray into the ovenÂ
- Bake for 20 minutes or till the top starts to brown and the fish flakes with a fork
Tip
- You can incorporate honey along with mustard when coating the fillets
Now wasn’t that easy! In such a short time you can prepare a dish that’s not only tasty but super healthy. After all, salmon is known to be one of the healthiest meats in the world so incorporating it into your diet can give you numerous health benefits!
In fact, here are some more of our gluten-free healthy recipes you can give a go!
- Baked Salmon Rolls gives an exciting take on Salmon
- Tired of baking Salmon all the time? Try Pan-Seared Salmon with Herbed Brown Rice
- Apples and Salmon make a great pair in our Apple Salmon Recipe
- A great nut-based dessert, Almond Dacquoise Cake
- While we’re still talking about Almonds, make sure to give our Almond Meringue Cookies a go too!
Let’s Talk Side Dishes
Salmon is an easy protein to pair up with a side dish. Whether you like your fish with rice or vegetables, we have your Gluten-Free needs covered. Add healthy carbs to your meal with Gluten-free Pita Bread. You can also add a healthy twist to rice with Quinoa Brown Rice. However, the perfect way to complement the salmon’s flavor is with Cauliflower and Kale.
If you’re a ramen enthusiast, you can make some Brown Rice Ramen too. Or, for adding fiber the meal, try Silken Tofu Kale. Let’s also mention the ever popular Hummus as it pairs perfectly with Salmon.
Health Benefits of Adding Walnuts
Salmon is a well-known component of a healthy diet, but let’s talk about how Walnuts are a super-nut packed with good fats and give your health a major boost.
Walnuts Contain Omega-3s
Walnuts are the only nut to contain Omega-3s. They have a significant amount of Alpha-linolenic acid which are plant-based omega-3s. They are essential fatty acids critical for the optimal functioning of multiple body processes.
Aging Gracefully
Research has shown that adding walnuts to your diet keeps your brain functioning at its best. They have also shown a decrease in the risk of age-related cognitive impairments like dementia, stroke, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Maintaining Weight
Walnuts may not be the first thing that comes to mind when talking about weight control due to their calorie and fat amount. But research shows that our body does not absorb most of the calories. Walnuts have also been shown to increase satiety, so when you eat walnuts, you will feel full for longer.
Gut Health
Walnuts are beneficial for gut health as they promote the growth of good bacteria. They are also gluten-free making them a safe food for Celiac Disease.
Anti-oxidants
Walnuts contain the most antioxidants than any other nut. Their antioxidant activity is due to the vitamin E, melatonin, and polyphenols they contain. Walnut-rich meals have been shown to prevent LDLs (bad cholesterol) from causing any damage thus preventing your arteries from atherosclerosis!
When to Avoid Walnuts
Walnuts are such a super food that avoiding them doesn’t make any sense, unless you’re allergic to them.
Consuming any kind of nuts when you have a tree nut allergy can be deleterious to your health. Always check labels on products for warnings before eating them.
Storing Walnuts
You must store walnuts the correct way. Although they are encased in shells they still tend to go bad.
Walnuts have a high-fat content thus they go rancid in warm temperatures and end up tasting bitter. They can also absorb smells, so if your walnuts give off an odor then it means they have gone bad and it’s time to throw them away.
You can store them (shelled or unshelled) in an airtight container in a cool and dry place.
So there you have it! Now you know the Walnuts.org Salmon Recipe and the numerous health benefits it can provide you. Do give it a try at home and let us know how it turned out!
Happy cooking!
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