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Maple-Pistachio Crusted Salmon
Salmon and pistachios team up with Canadian maple syrup for this easy, heart-healthy meal!
Ingredients
- 4 salmon filets (about 4 oz each)
- 1/3 cup finely chopped pistachios
- 2 Tbsp Canadian maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven or toaster oven to 375 F.
- Pat dry salmon with a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine pistachios, maple syrup and soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Divide the pistachio mixture evenly onto the salmon filets. Use your fingers to press mixture onto the filets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until salmon is flaky. Serve with a side salad or veggies.
Notes
Note: The salmon may also be cooked in the air fryer, however the nuts will brown more quickly.