Pecan-crusted Salmon (Whole30, paleo, keto)
Servings 4
This pecan-crusted salmon is an easy way to transform salmon into something extra delicious! It’s also Whole30-friendly, paleo and keto.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (110 grams) pecans or walnuts
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper fresh
- 2 teaspoons herbs de Provence or Italian seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
- 3 1/2 tablespoons (49 grams) coconut oil or 1/4 cup (56 grams) unsalted butter for a dairy + non-whole30 version
- 2 8-ounce salmon fillets 450 grams total
- lemon slices optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Get out a casserole dish large enough for the salmon. Place the pecans in the casserole dish and toast the pecans for 3 minutes, mix, and toast for another 3-5 minutes or until the pecans smell toasty. Remove from the oven and turn the heat up to 400 °F (205 °C).1 cup (110 grams) pecans
- While the pecans are cooling, place the salt, pepper, herbs de Provence, smoked paprika and coconut oil in a high-powered blender or a food processor. Once the pecans have cooled, add them and then pulse a few seconds or until the pecans are nicely ground. If using a high-powered blender, be very, very careful that you don't overprocess them! It's easy to do.3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 teaspoons herbs de Provence, 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika, 3 1/2 tablespoons (49 grams) coconut oil
- Grease the casserole dish and place the salmon fillets in there. Divide the pecan mixture in half and pat evenly over the top of each fillet.2 8-ounce salmon fillets
- Bake for 14-20 minutes or until the topping has lightly browned and the fish flakes with a fork. Serve immediately with fresh lemon slices, if desired.
Notes
- The nutrition information provided is calculated as a courtesy and is only an estimate. I am not a licensed nutritionist or dietitian. For the most accurate nutritional data, consult a professional or use your preferred calculator.
Nutrition
Calories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 0.3mgSodium: 437mgPotassium: 113mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 65IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mgNet Carbs: 1
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