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Crispy Herb Crusted Salmon Recipe

Crispy Herb-Crusted Salmon Recipe made with fresh herbs and crunchy panko. Pan-seared until golden and served with a creamy lemon dill sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 14 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon

  • 4 salmon fillets skin-on (about 6 ounces / 170 g each)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme finely chopped
  • ½ cup 50 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking

For the Lemon Dill Sauce

  • ½ cup 120 ml Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, dill, thyme, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon zest. Stir until evenly coated and slightly sticky.
  • Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Press the herb breadcrumb mixture evenly onto the flesh side of each salmon fillet, gently pressing so it adheres well.
  • Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Carefully place the salmon herb-side down into the hot skillet. Press lightly with a spatula and cook for 4–5 minutes until the crust becomes golden brown and crispy.
  • Carefully flip the fillets and continue cooking for another 3–4 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches your preferred doneness.
  • While the salmon cooks, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped dill, honey, and salt until smooth.
  • Serve the Crispy Herb-Crusted Salmon Recipe immediately with the lemon dill sauce spooned over or served alongside. Garnish with extra fresh dill and lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Pair with roasted asparagus, steamed green beans, mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh garden salad.
  • The lemon dill sauce also works well as a dip for roasted vegetables.
  • For extra citrus flavor, add additional lemon zest to the finished dish.