Macadamia-Crusted Salmon


Macadamia-Crusted Salmon

1 - 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets, skin removed if possible
1 C raw macadamia nuts, chopped
zest of one lemon
1 tsp dried basil (or 1 T fresh)
1 tsp dried parsley (or 1 T fresh)
sea salt and black pepper to taste
2 T oil
Dijon mustard (our children prefer mayonnaise)

Heat oven to 400°

Place salmon, skin side down if not removed, on a foil or parchment lined roasting pan

Mix together nuts, zest, herbs, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Add oil and combine.

Coat fish with a thin layer of mustard (or mayonnaise) and cover with nut mixture.

Bake for 20 minutes or to desired doneness. Serves 4

From: CaliMac Nut Company [archive.org]
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