Best 7 Walnut Crusted Ginger Salmon Recipes

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Walnut crusted ginger salmon is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The salmon is coated in a mixture of walnuts, ginger, and bread crumbs, then baked until it is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The ginger gives the salmon a slightly spicy flavor, while the walnuts add a nutty crunch. This dish is served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or quinoa. With its delightful combination of flavors and textures, walnut crusted ginger salmon is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CILANTRO AND WALNUT CRUSTED SALMON



Cilantro and Walnut Crusted Salmon image

This salmon is fresh and easy. All ingredients are thrown in a food processor to form a paste then spread on salmon fillets. Bake and enjoy!

Provided by 00leah00

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

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ pounds salmon fillets
¼ cup walnuts
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro, packed
2 tablespoons butter
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cover the bottom of a baking dish with the olive oil and arrange salmon in the dish.
  • Process walnuts and garlic in a food processor until evenly chopped. Add cilantro, butter, salt, and pepper to walnut mixture; process until a paste forms. Spread walnut paste onto the salmon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 186.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

WALNUT GINGER SALMON



Walnut Ginger Salmon image

Pantry ingredients combine for a delightful marinade that lightly glazes this tender, moist salmon. -Becky Walch, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
4 skinless salmon fillets (4 ounces each)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the brown sugar, mustard, soy sauce and ginger; add the salmon. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes, turning occasionally., Drain and discard marinade. Place salmon on a foil-lined baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 7-9 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork, sprinkling with walnuts during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WALNUT-CRUSTED GINGER SALMON



Walnut-Crusted Ginger Salmon image

For those who aren't wild about fish, this gingery salmon is a game-changer. Baking on foil makes for extra-easy cleanup. -Becky Walch, Orland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, mustard, ginger and salt until blended. Brush over fillets; sprinkle with walnuts., Transfer to a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 12-15 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRUNCHY WALNUT CRUSTED SALMON FILETS



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A crunchy walnut crust rounds out the delightful flavors of lemon and dill for a simply elegant salmon meal you can whip up anytime.

Provided by California Walnuts

Categories     Baked Salmon

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups California walnuts
6 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
6 tablespoons lemon rind, finely grated
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 pinch Salt and pepper
12 (3 ounce) salmon filets, skin on
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¼ cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place walnuts in food processor; coarsely chop. Add bread crumbs, lemon rind, olive oil and dill; pulse until crumbly. Mixture should stick together. Season; set aside.
  • Arrange salmon fillets skin side down on parchment paper lined baking sheets. Brush tops with mustard.
  • Spoon 1/3 cup of walnut crumb mixture over each fillet; gently press the crumb mixture into the surface of the fish. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F 15 to 20 minutes, or until salmon flakes with a fork. Just before serving, sprinkle each with 1 tsp lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 31 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 110.9 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

PICKLED-GINGER BAKED SALMON



Pickled-Ginger Baked Salmon image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 15m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 8-ounce fillets salmon
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
24 slices pickled ginger (available in specialty stores)
4 slices smoked salmon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Lay the fillets in a small roasting pan. Drizzle with sesame oil and season with salt and pepper. Place the pickled ginger in an even layer over the fillets. Top each with a slice of smoked salmon. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the fish is translucent pink in the center.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 537, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 52 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 631 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

WALNUT-CRUSTED SALMON



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This is a unique way to prepare your salmon, the walnuts just enhance the salmon flavor - Sensational -

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons apricot jam
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 -3 lbs salmon fillets, skinned
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • On a plate, thoroughly combine walnuts and breadcrumbs; set aside. In a small bowl, combine jam and vinegar.
  • Season salmon with salt and pepper and brush both side with jam and vinegar mixture. Press walnut mixture evenly into both sides of salmon, finishing off the top sides with any excess mixture, pressing it in so it will hold.
  • Place salmon on a rimmed baking sheet; bake at 400F for about 15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  • TIP: When buying salmon, ask the fishmonger to skin it for you.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.9, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 59.1, Sodium 101.7, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 25.4

WALNUT-CRUSTED SALMON BITES WITH APRICOT GINGER DIPPING SAUCE



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Salmon is my favorite fish! This is a wonderful appetizer to serve at a dinner party or just to impress someone special.

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Fruit

Time 19m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup apricot jam
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3/4 cup chopped california walnut
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, seasoned breadcrumbs (available in Asian markets) or 3/4 cup regular seasoned dry bread crumb
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
nonstick cooking spray
1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup apricot jam
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons finely chopped california walnuts
4 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion, white and pale green part
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Coat a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Whisk together jam and vinegar; set aside. In a blender or food processor, combine walnuts, bread crumbs and cilantro. Process a few turns until blended but still a coarse texture.
  • Brush salmon pieces with the jam mixture. Coat evenly with the walnut bread crumb mixture. Place on prepared sheet and bake for 12 minutes. Serve with Apricot Ginger Dipping Sauce.
  • DIRECTIONS FOR SAUCE: In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Serve with crispy salmon bites.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 29.6, Sodium 213.2, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 11.9, Protein 16.4

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality walnuts for a nutty and flavorful crust. Look for walnuts that are plump and free of blemishes.
  • Toast the walnuts before using them in the crust. This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • Use a food processor to grind the walnuts until they are finely chopped. This will help to ensure that the crust is evenly distributed on the salmon.
  • Press the walnut crust onto the salmon firmly so that it adheres well. You can also use a brush to apply a thin layer of olive oil to the salmon before pressing on the crust. This will help to keep the crust from falling off during cooking.
  • Bake the salmon in a preheated oven until it is cooked through. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
  • Serve the salmon immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular sides for salmon include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Walnut-crusted ginger salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of walnuts, ginger, and salmon is flavorful and satisfying. This dish is also a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. If you are looking for a healthy and delicious salmon recipe, then this walnut-crusted ginger salmon is a great option.

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