Best 9 Pistachio Crusted Salmon Recipes

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Pistachio crusted salmon is a delectable dish that combines the delicate flavor of salmon with the nutty crunch of pistachios. It's a simple yet elegant meal that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. The key to making the perfect pistachio crusted salmon is to use high-quality ingredients and to cook the salmon to perfection.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PISTACHIO-CRUSTED SALMON



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Make ordinary salmon extra special by topping it with a pistachio crust. You can have it on the table in under 30 minutes for a quick weeknight meal or a dinner party for guests. Serve with a chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc.

Provided by France C

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup crushed pistachios
2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter, melted
4 (6 ounce) fillets salmon with skin, center cut
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine pistachios, panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and butter in a small bowl; stir with a fork until evenly combined.
  • Lightly season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear salmon fillets, flesh-side down, for 2 to 3 minutes. Turn heat off and flip salmon pieces over so skin side is down. Brush tops of salmon evenly with Dijon mustard. Top with pistachio mixture, pressing mixture down onto salmon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until salmon flakes easily with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 107.9 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 322.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

EASY PISTACHIO-CRUSTED SALMON



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This is a very easy salmon recipe that tastes great with very few ingredients.

Provided by Lola

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons coarse grain Dijon mustard
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 (6 ounce) fillets salmon fillets
¼ cup finely chopped pistachio nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Stir mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Place salmon fillets skin-side down onto the prepared baking sheet and spread mustard mixture on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle pistachios on top of the salmon. Bake until salmon flakes easily with a fork, about 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 423.2 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

OVEN-ROASTED PISTACHIO-CRUSTED SALMON



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This seasoned salmon is reminiscent of bistro-worthy fare when served with wilted spinach and freekeh.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
4 (4 ounce) salmon fillets with skin
2 ½ teaspoons Greek seasoning (such as Cavender's®), divided
¼ cup crushed pistachios
¼ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave, 15 to 30 seconds. Let cool and stir in grapeseed oil.
  • Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Brush with butter mixture and sprinkle evenly with 1 1/2 teaspoons Greek seasoning.
  • Mix crushed pistachios, bread crumbs, and remaining 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning together in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over salmon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until salmon flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 58.1 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 430.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SALMON CRUSTED PISTACHIO PESTO



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You can make this with your favorite fish. Serve with pasta, potatoes or rice. I enjoy my sushi grade fish still cool inside. But by all means cook yours the full 10-15 minutes.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 lb boneless salmon fillet, seasoned with
salt and pepper
3/4-1 cup store bought pistachio pesto sauce (or Pistachio Pesto Pistachio Pesto)

Steps:

  • Spread pesto on top of salmon fillet skin side down.
  • roast at 450 degrees on parchment paper for about 10-15 minutes begins to flake when pressed with a fork.

PISTACHIO-CRUSTED SALMON WITH RAINBOW VEGETABLE CREAM



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I make salmon often, so I experiment with it. I use pistachios in this version for crunch and a sauce inspired by the cream cheese on my bagels. -Devon Delaney, Westport, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup onion and garlic salad croutons
1/2 cup pistachios
1 large egg white, beaten
2 tablespoons water
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each), about 1 inch thick
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
1 tablespoon capers, drained
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1-1/2 cups julienned fresh carrots
1-1/2 cups julienned yellow summer squash
1-1/2 cups julienned sweet red pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup radishes, halved and finely sliced
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Pulse croutons and pistachios in a food processor until finely chopped. Whisk egg white with water. Pat salmon fillets dry; dip in egg white, then roll in crouton-pistachio mixture. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine cream cheese, lemon juice, dill and capers until well blended. , Preheat oven to 350°. In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots, squash, pepper and salt; cook and stir until tender and lightly caramelized, 6-8 minutes. Remove., In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add salmon; cook 1 minute on each side until golden brown. Place skillet in oven; bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 8-10 minutes. Serve vegetables with salmon; top with sauce. Sprinkle with radishes. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 calories, Fat 37g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

PISTACHIO CRUSTED SALMON



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These are a real treat! There is a pistachio farm not to far from us and they had a recipe for pistachio baked salmon. It sound interesting and I made some adjustments for personal taste.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     High Protein

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (5 ounce) salmon fillets
1/3 cup pistachios, roasted kernels
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons cilantro
olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place an iron skillet or griddle in the oven and allow to heat while preparing the fish.
  • Place the pistachio kernels, pepper and cilantro in the food processor bowl.
  • Pulse several times to coarsely chop the nuts.
  • Pour mixture into shallow bowl or dish.
  • Wash the salmon fillets and pat dry with paper towel.
  • Mist or drizzle olive oil lightly on both sides of fish fillets.
  • Dip both sides of the fillets in the nut mixture, pressing down slightly.
  • Spray the preheated skillet with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place fillets on skillet and mist lightly with olive oil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until fish flakes easily.

PISTACHIO-CRUSTED SALMON WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE



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Nutty pistachios add color and crunch when sprinkled on salmon. The cream sauce gives the dish a lemony smooth finish. -Ann Baker, Texarkana, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 salmon fillets (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios
SAUCE:
1 shallot, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place fillets on a greased baking sheet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread with mayonnaise and sprinkle with pistachios., Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, cook and stir shallot in oil over medium-high heat until tender. Add cream, lemon zest, salt and cayenne; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Serve with salmon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699 calories, Fat 59g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 837mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

PISTACHIO CRUSTED SALMON WITH LEMON CREAM SAUCE



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I have never been great at cooking fish dishes. I ran across this recipe while thumbing through a magazine. I tried it. It was very good. While it is was relatively low carb I changed a few ingredients to lower the carbs further. This version is every bit as good as the original.

Provided by Janice Davis

Categories     Fish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 c finely chopped pistachios
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp each salt and black pepper
8 oz salmon, skinless filet cut into 2 filets
2 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
lemon cream sauce (recipe below)
garnish with chopped pistachios

Steps:

  • 1. In a shallow dish or pan, combine pistachios, garlic, salt and pepper. Dredge salmon in pistachio mixture. Press the fish gently into mixture to coat.
  • 2. In a frying pan/skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add salmon to pan and cook 4-5 minutes or until browned on the first side. Lower heat to medium. Turn salmon to second side and cook for 5-7 minutes. Check for doneness with a fork. Fish is done when it flakes easily. Remove from pan and top with Lemon Cream Sauce (below)
  • 3. Lemon Cream Sauce 1/2 tablespoon butter 1/2 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream 2 teaspoons of lemon zest 1/8 cup lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 4. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add flour, whisking continuously until combine. Cook for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, stir in cream and broth. Simmer for 3 minutes or until thickened, whisking frequently to avoid lumps. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper, whisking to combine. Cook for 2 minute whisking constantly. Plate the salmon and top with the sauce. Garnish with additional chopped pistachios.

PISTACHIO-CRUSTED SALMON



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Categories     Fish     Christmas     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil (or lemon olive oil)
2 tablespoon honey
2 large salmon filets - Alaskan salmon is best.
1 lemon
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup pistachios, shelled and coarsely ground
1/4 cup Lemon balsamic vinegar (or equal parts balsamic vinegar + lemon juice)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375F.
  • Mix vinegar, honey, salt & pepper together in a small bowl. Slowly add the olive oil and whisk quickly to incorporate the oil.
  • Place the salmon, skin-side down on a parchment-paper covered baking sheet.
  • Mustard Glaze: ½ large lemon - juice & zest 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ¼ t kosher salt *Place all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until combined. Spread the mustard mixture over the salmon.
  • Topping: ¼ cup panko-style breadcrumbs ½ cup pistachios - shelled & coarsely ground 2 tablespoons canola or olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper *Coarsely grind pistachios in a food processor then add all other topping ingredients. Mix well. The mixture should be moist to stick easily to the salmon. Vinaigrette: ¼ cup Lemon balsamic vinegar (can substitute equal parts regular balsamic & lemon juice). Sprinkle then gently press the pistachio mixture on top of the mustard layer, cover the salmon evenly.
  • Bake the salmon at 375F for 15-20 minutes.
  • When ready to serve, place the salmon on serving plates and drizzle with vinaigrette. Garnish with lemon slices & zest. *Note: The salmon will continue cooking after removing it from the oven. ENJOY!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality salmon. This will ensure that your dish is flavorful and moist.
  • Make sure the salmon is cooked through. The best way to do this is to use a food thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Don't overcook the salmon. Overcooked salmon will be dry and tough.
  • Use a light hand with the pistachio crust. You don't want the crust to be too thick, or it will overpower the salmon.
  • Serve the salmon immediately. This will ensure that the crust is crispy and the salmon is hot and flaky.

Conclusion:

Pistachio-crusted salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy the health benefits of salmon, and the pistachio crust adds a delicious and unique flavor. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, pistachio-crusted salmon is sure to please everyone at the table.

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