CRUMB-CRUSTED BAKED SALMON WITH LEMON CAPER SAUCE

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The recipe's title is a mouthful, but it does pretty much describe the dish - except it should also say "Wonderfully Easy and Delicious" at the start. Courtesy of the Francisco Bread Company which provides a photo of it looking yummy on a bed of couscous nestled beside baby salad greens & a lemon wedge.

Provided by Elisabetta47

Categories     Weeknight

Time 22m

Yield 1 salmon entree, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 -3 slices sourdough bread or 2 -3 slices French bread
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
salt & pepper
1 lb salmon fillet, fresh, cut into 4 pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon capers, tiny as possible, drained
2 teaspoons lemon juice, fresh

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • In a food processor, process bread slices and spices including S & P for 10 seconds or until it forms soft bread crumbs.
  • Brush top and sides of salmon fillets with olive oil.
  • Dip the salmon in crumbs to coat top & sides & place in an oiled, shallow baking dish.
  • Bake for 10-12 min., or until crumbs are golden brown & salmon flakes easily.
  • Meanwhile, stir together mayo, mustard, capers, & lemon juice.
  • Spoon sauce on cooked salmon, or on the side, as you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.2, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 59.9, Sodium 565.1, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 27.6

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