Walnut Crusted Salmon with Pilaf
A keto-friendly dish featuring pan-seared salmon with a crunchy walnut crust, served with a light and fluffy pilaf.
Ingredients
- ●4 (6 oz each) Salmon FilletsFresh and sustainably sourced
- ●1 cup (chopped) WalnutsToasted and finely ground
- ●1 cup (rinsed and drained) Pilaf Rice
- ●2 tbsp Olive Oil
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Pepper
- ●1/4 cup (chopped) Fresh Dill
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- 3
In a shallow dish, mix together the chopped walnuts and a pinch of salt.
- 4
Dip each salmon fillet into the walnut mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 5
Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6
Sear the walnut-crusted salmon for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- 7
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.
- 8
While the salmon is cooking, prepare the pilaf according to package instructions.
- 9
To serve, place a salmon fillet on each plate and top with a spoonful of pilaf.
- 10
Garnish with chopped fresh dill and serve immediately.