Make this Pistachio-Crusted Salmon with Dill Sauce for a festive and healthy main dish. This recipe brings that joyful Sunday Flavor to your table any day of the week.
Author:Chloe Thompson
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:2 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Modern American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 Salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
Spread the chopped pistachios evenly on a shallow plate.
Brush the top side of each salmon fillet lightly with olive oil.
Press the oiled side of the salmon firmly into the chopped pistachios to create a crust.
Place the crusted salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, pistachio-side up.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon bakes, prepare the dill sauce. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped dill, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix well.
Serve the warm pistachio-crusted salmon immediately with the fresh dill sauce on the side or drizzled over top.
Notes
You can substitute walnuts or almonds for pistachios if you prefer.
For an extra bright flavor, add a small pinch of lemon zest to the dill sauce.
This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted asparagus or a simple green salad.