Salmon and walnuts are both great sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

Pair this easy walnut-crusted salmon recipe with a simple salad and a side of roasted potatoes for dinner.

Nutrition Notes

What Makes This Recipe Healthy?

Three salmon fillets for the walnut-rosemary crusted salmon recipe, baked on a parchment paper covered baking sheet

Photography: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabe Greco

All of the ingredients in this recipe add to your nutrition bottom line in some way.

The star of the recipethe salmonis jam-packed with nutrition.

You’ll get a healthy dose of proteinalmost half a day’s worth in this recipe alone.

Ingredients for the walnut-rosemary crusted salmon recipe

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Salmon also has other antioxidants, including astaxanthin, which has anti-inflammatory properties.

As if that weren’t enough, salmon also gives you lots of heart-healthy omega 3s.

Simply replace the panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free panko breadcrumbs to make this dish gluten-free.

Hands stirring crushed walnuts with a spatula in a small bowl

Photography: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabe Greco

Tips from the Test Kitchen

I Don’t Have Fresh Rosemary.

Can I Use Dried Rosemary Instead?

Yes, you might use 1/4 teaspoon to 1/2 teaspoon of dried rosemary as a substitute.

Four salmon fillets on a parchment paper covered baking sheet, getting topped with walnut rosemary topping

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I Have a Nut Allergy.

Is There a Substitute for Walnuts?

Finely chopped unsalted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds would be a great substitute.

Four salmon fillets for the walnut-rosemary crusted salmon recipe, baked on a parchment paper covered baking sheet

Photography: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabe Greco

it’s possible for you to also omit the walnuts and use an additional 3 tablespoons of panko breadcrumbs.

Serve withCreamy Cacio e Pepe OrzoorMushroom Riceand asimple green saladto complete the meal.

Combine panko, walnuts and oil in another small bowl.

Walnut-Rosemary Crusted Salmon on a serving platter

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Place salmon on the prepared baking sheet.

Spread the mustard mixture over the fish and sprinkle with the panko mixture, pressing to adhere.

Lightly coat with cooking spray.

Bake until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 8 to 12 minutes, depending on thickness.

Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

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