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Easy Pecan-Crusted Salmon

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.
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Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs salmon fillet
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 2-3 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1/3 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons chopped dill
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 360°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.