Almond-Crusted Salmon

Name: Almond-Crusted Salmon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 2 egg whites; 1 tablespoon dried cilantro flakes; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup ground almonds; 2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min. YIELD: 2 servings.

I like to serve this crunchy almond-crusted salmon with lots of mango salsa. It's a beautiful dish you might want to share with that special someone. —Marc Nadeau, Salt Lake City, Utah

Ingredients

2 egg whites
1 tablespoon dried cilantro flakes
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup ground almonds
2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, beat egg whites, cilantro, lemon juice, ginger and cayenne. Place almonds in another shallow bowl. Dip salmon in egg mixture, then coat with almonds.
2. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts

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