Tender roasted salmon with a fresh herb crust, bright lemon and a simple Mediterranean finish.
PREP TIME
10 MIN
DIFFICULTY
Easy
SERVES
4
INGREDIENTS
4 salmon fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 lemon
Salt and black pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt and black pepper.
Combine the breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon zest and olive oil in a bowl.
Brush the top of each salmon fillet with a thin layer of Dijon mustard.
Press the herb and breadcrumb mixture firmly onto the top of each fillet.
Place the salmon on a lined baking tray.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the salmon is cooked and the crust is golden.
Allow to rest for 2 minutes.
Serve with fresh lemon wedges and a little extra dill or parsley.
