Walnut Dill Dijon Crusted Salmon

Walnut Dill Dijon Crusted Salmon

Who doesn’t love a good salmon recipe and this one will be a staple on your table. The walnuts and the salmon are a nutrient dense duo packed with omega 3’s, vitamin A & D, antioxidants, all of which play a big role as well in fighting inflammation, promoting a healthy gut and reducing the risk of some cancers. It will also help balance your blood sugar and keep those gentle curves on your monitor.

  • Prep Time15 min
  • Cook Time20 min
  • Total Time35 min
  • Serving Size6
  • Cuisine
    • American
  • Course
    • Main Course

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 6 organic salmon fillets
  • 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons dill, minced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • ½ tsp honey
  • Lemon zest from ½ lemon
  • Salt & pepper

Crust

  • 1.5 cups walnuts, processed
  • ¼ cup to 1½ cup almond flour
  • Mix together and season with salt & pepper

Garnish

  • Chopped toasted walnuts
  • Chopped dill
  • Lemon wedges

Method

1

Place salmon filets in a glass pyrex, cover them in the marinade and let them rest for 1 to 2 hrs in the fridge.

2

When ready to cook, cover with almond flour and then crust with processed walnuts.

3

Bake at 200 C for 15 to 18 minutes until cooked through.

4

Garnish with chopped toasted walnuts and dill.

5

Enjoy with broccoli or garlic sautéed spinach.

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  • Serving Size6
  • Amount per serving
  • Calories0
  • % Daily Value*
  • * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.