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Best Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon & Roasted Asparagus

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This Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon With Roasted Asparagus is a culinary experience that combines flaky salmon with a golden, savory parmesan crust and tender-crisp asparagus. It’s simple to prepare yet elegant enough to impress at any dinner party.

Ingredients

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  • 4 6-ounce salmon fillets
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus
  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh lemon wedges
  • Optional: fresh chopped parsley or dill

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash the asparagus thoroughly and snap off the woody ends. Spread the trimmed asparagus onto one half of the baking sheet. Drizzle with about 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, and toss gently to coat.
  3. Pat each salmon fillet completely dry with paper towels and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup of Panko breadcrumbs, ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise (or Dijon mustard), 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  5. Spoon an even amount of the Parmesan mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet, pressing it firmly to cover the top surface completely.
  6. Place the crusted salmon fillets onto the other half of the baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching the asparagus.
  7. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the Parmesan crust is golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Keywords: Ensure not to overcrowd the pan for optimal browning. Pat the salmon dry to achieve a crispy crust, and consider using freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture.

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