Pecan Free Herb-Crusted Wild Salmon
Wild salmon gets a serious upgrade here, coated in a fragrant blanket of parsley, chives, dill, thyme, and bright lemon zest before roasting to flaky, tender perfection. The herb crust is mixed together in minutes and pressed directly onto the flesh, so every bite delivers that fresh, garden-forward flavor without any fuss. Roasting at 400°F means the salmon cooks quickly and evenly, with the herbs staying vivid and aromatic rather than wilting away. This is the kind of dish that looks genuinely impressive on the plate but asks very little of you in the kitchen. The ingredient list is refreshingly straightforward — just fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and good fish — so there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden nut-based coatings sneaking in. A squeeze of lemon over the top right before serving ties everything together and makes the whole thing sing. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or hosting guests, this one earns its place at the table every single time.
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4 servings
- 4 wild salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the herb crust
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the parsley, chives, dill, thyme, lemon zest, minced garlic, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Stir until the herbs are evenly coated and the mixture holds together loosely.
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