MUSTARD-CRUSTED SALMON

Mustard-Crusted Salmon image

OUR DAUGHTER sent us whole salmon for Christmas one year, so I searched the web and found this recipe. I have served this with a wild rice pilaf, and a green vegetable. With these colors, it makes a lovely presentation. --Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs

Steps:

In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar and mustards; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. , Place salmon, skin side down, in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with thyme, salt and pepper., Spread mustard mixture over fillets; gently press bread crumbs on top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 24g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 595mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.