Dijon Panko Crusted Salmon is slathered in dijon mustard then topped with crispy, seasoned panko breadcrumbs and roasted to perfection!
Dijon Panko Crusted Salmon for Dinner
Salmon is one of my favorite types of fish to cook for dinner. It’s fairly easy to cook and my kids like it as well. I especially love that it is healthy too. Salmon is full of protein and healthy fats so I love making it a regular part of our dinner routine. This Dijon Panko Crusted Salmon is so tasty. It’s full of flavor and has a crispy crust on top that makes it perfectly delicious! The best part is that this dish can be done in less than 45 minutes, so it’s the perfect healthy weeknight dinner.
What Type of Salmon Should You Buy?
When it comes to salmon, there are several different kinds that are available at your local grocery store. Whenever possible, I try to purchase wild-caught salmon. That means the salmon was raised and caught in the wild as opposed to being farm-raised. Wild-caught salmon is typically leaner, has a healthier fat ratio and is a rich source of essential minerals and vitamins. However, wild-caught salmon can be harder to find and typically tends to be more expensive. Regardless of whether I purchase farm-raised or wild-caught salmon, I try to make sure it’s responsibly sourced.
Panko Breadcrumbs
Panko bread crumbs are Japanese-style bread crumbs that are lighter and flakier than traditional breadcrumbs. They stay crispier longer after cooking too, so your food doesn’t get soggy as quickly. Panko breadcrumbs are also lower in calories, sodium, and fat and higher in fiber. This makes them a great healthier option. I prefer to use panko breadcrumbs for all of these reasons combined.
How to Make Dijon Panko Crusted Salmon
Like I mentioned before, this salmon is quick and easy to make, here’s how to make it happen:
- Mix together the mustards, maple syrup and spices and spread it all over the salmon. This will serve as the “glue” to hold the breadcrumbs onto the salmon.
- Next, season the breadcrumbs with the spices and press them onto the salmon to make the crust.
- Lastly, drizzle the breadcrumbs with the olive oil (this will help make it super crispy!) and then bake!
Dijon Panko Crusted Salmon
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs salmon filet
- 2 Tablespoons stone ground mustard
- 2 Tablespoons dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Panko Breading
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375° and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine both mustards with the maple syrup, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix together thoroughly and brush onto the salmon filet.
- In another small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and pour over the salmon filet, pressing the breadcrumb mixture down slightly to get it to stick well to the salmon.
- Drizzle the top of the breadcrumb mixture with olive oil. Cook the salmon in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Fish is done when it flakes when you cut it with a fork.
Now, head on over to your local grocery store, pick up some salmon and get to cooking! For more easy, family-friendly dinners, see some of my picks below:
