Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fancy weekend meal, this easy pecan-crusted salmon is a delicious, high-protein recipe that is also perfect for meal prep.

Salmon is a healthy and delectable lunch, dinner option, and breakfast if you count lox salmon. It’s a great source of Omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and B vitamins. And today, I’ll show you how to make scrumptious and easy pecan-crusted salmon that is lick-the-bowl good!

Why you need to try this recipe

This pecan-crusted salmon recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and fancy enough to be served on special occasions
It combines the rich taste of tender and moist salmon filets with the crunchy texture
Everyone’s favorite! From kids to adults
Tasty and perfect for meal prepping
Ready in 30 minutes or less, and you can do it two ways. In the oven or air fryer

Ingredients for crusted salmon

Salmon fillet. I used Skinless for an easy-peasy one-pan meal
Pecans. This ingredient gives the fish a uniquely crispy crunch
Salt and paprika for the dry ingredients
Garlic. Make sure it’s finely chopped
Dill. Fresh dill is a must! Fresh parsley or fresh thyme are good substitutions
Parmesan. Grated
Olive oil or any oil of your choice. I also love avocado oil

How to make oven-baked crusted salmon

Preheat the oven to 360 degrees F. Mix pecans, dill, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a bowl
Grease the baking dish with the remaining olive oil. Lay out the salmon fillet. Salt it and sprinkle it with spices
Top with a mixture of pecans and dill. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes
Serve baked salmon right away. It is important not to overbake it in the oven, as this will make it drier

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How to cook pecan-crusted salmon in an air fryer

One of the best benefits of cooking crusted salmon in the air fryer is that it’s faster than the oven-baked version.

Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees F. Add a liner (this one is my favorite) to the basket to help prevent the salmon from sticking
Add the crusted salmon filets to the air fryer and cook to your desired doneness

What to serve with crusted salmon

I like pairing salmon with quinoa salad, rice, or light vegetables, such as garlic broccoli or mashed potatoes.

Storing

Cooked salmon will last in the refrigerator for about three days if refrigerated in an airtight container.

Cheesy, crusty, mouth-watering salmon. This easy pecan-crusted salmon only takes 20 minutes to make, from start to finish. You can cook this without missing your favorite sitcom running in the background. And the result is a simply healthy, delicious dish on the table in no time!