Lemon & Panko Crusted Salmon

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs, preferably whole-wheat

  • Zest of 1 medium lemon, plus lemon wedges for serving

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 ¼ pounds center-cut salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • 4 teaspoons mayonnaise

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.

  2. Combine panko, lemon zest, dill, oil and garlic powder in a small bowl. Place salmon on the prepared baking sheet; sprinkle with salt and pepper, then spread each portion with 1 teaspoon mayonnaise. Divide the panko mixture among the portions, pressing it into the mayonnaise.

  3. Bake until the fish is opaque in the center, 8 to 12 minutes, depending on thickness. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.