Parmesan Crusted Salmon
This Parmesan Crusted Salmon contains 8g protein and 146 calories per serving — a low-protein side best used alongside higher-protein mains to build complete meals. Quick stovetop prep makes 4 servings, letting you batch it with your primary protein without extra time. Use it as a calorie-controlled addition when you're already hitting protein targets and need filling volume.
Ingredients
- •Bread Crumbs, Panko, Dry(60g)
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(5g)
- •½ teaspoon sea salt
- •¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Parmesan Cheese(80g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •Unsalted Butter(45g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Salmon
- •Lemon
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F with a rack in the center position. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper.
- 2In a small mixing bowl, combine the panko, garlic powder, parsley, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup of the parmesan. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter and mix until fully combined using a fork or your hands.
- 3Place the salmon, skin side down, on the prepared sheet. Pat dry with a paper towel. Brush the salmon with the remaining 1 tablespoon of the butter and sprinkle with the parmesan mixture, gently pressing to adhere to the salmon. Sprinkle with the remaining parmesan.
- 4Bake until the panko is golden brown and the salmon easily flakes with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes.
- 5Divide the salmon among 4 plates. Serve with the lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition — Per Serving
146
calories
8g
protein
16g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 14g
- Saturated fat
- 3.3g
- Sodium
- 473 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.8g
4 servings per batch · ~48g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Parmesan Crusted Salmon have per serving?
Each serving contains 8g of protein and 146 calories with 16g fat and 14g carbs. The protein content is low relative to calories, so this works best as a side dish or paired with a high-protein entrée.
How long does Parmesan Crusted Salmon take to prep?
Quick prep time yields 4 servings from a single stovetop batch. You can prepare this efficiently alongside a higher-protein main dish during meal prep.
Is Parmesan Crusted Salmon good for fat loss?
At 146 calories per serving with minimal protein at 8g, Parmesan Crusted Salmon is better positioned as a side or accompaniment rather than a primary fat loss meal. You'd need to pair it with a leaner, higher-protein entrée to create a satiating fat loss plate.
