Recipe of the Week 1/30: Parmesan Herb Baked Salmon

6 Servings 

Ingredients: 

1 whole wild salmon filet with skin, 1 1/2 inches thick (2 lbs) 1/4 cup light mayo 

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 

3 cloves garlic, finely minced 

2 tablespoons chopped dill 

2 tablespoons chopped parsley 

2 tablespoons chopped basil 

2 tablespoons chopped chives 

Directions: 

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Preheat oven to 425F. Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easiest cleanup. 

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Combine mayo, Parmesan, garlic and herbs in a small bowl. 

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Place salmon, skin side down, onto lined baking sheet. Cover salmon with another piece of parchment or foil. Partially bake salmon for 8 minutes. 

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Remove from oven and remove top piece of parchment paper. 

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Spread the top with the Parmesan herb mixture. 

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Return to oven uncovered and bake until the top has browned, and the salmon flakes easily with a fork. 

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The salmon should register 135º F when checked with an internal thermometer probe, about 15 to 18 minutes if the fish is 1 1/2 inches thick, less or more depending on the thickness. 

Meal Plan Check Boxes: 

4 Proteins 

1 Fat 

1/2 Dairy 

Nutritional Facts: Serving: 5oz salmon, Calories: 256, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 31g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 2.5g, Cholesterol: 87.5mg, Sodium: 210.5mg, Fiber: 0.5g, Sugar: 0.5g 

Adapted From:https://www.skinnytaste.com/parmesan-herb-baked-salmon/#recipe

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Found by: Brianna Lawless, MS, RDN

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