Coconut Crusted Salmon with Pineapple Salsa
Coconut Crusted Salmon with Pineapple Salsa is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of the tropics right to your dinner table. This recipe features succulent salmon fillets coated in a crispy coconut crust, paired with a refreshing pineapple salsa that adds a burst of sweetness and acidity. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this meal is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients. With its eye-catching colors and delicious flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests while keeping your cooking stress-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro to make the salsa. Mix gently and set aside.
- In a shallow dish, mix shredded coconut, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Brush salmon fillets with olive oil and coat with the coconut mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook salmon skin-side down until golden brown on one side. Flip carefully to cook the other side.
- Serve cooked salmon topped with pineapple salsa for a refreshing finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg