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Coconut Crusted Salmon with Pineapple Salsa

Coconut Crusted Salmon with Pineapple Salsa: A Tropical Delight

Coconut Crusted Salmon with Pineapple Salsa is a healthy, easy, and visually stunning dish that offers a burst of tropical flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon wild-caught is best for flavor
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut finely grated for smoother crust
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs use gluten-free for gluten-free dish
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 2 large Eggs or mix flaxseed meal with water for vegan option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil or Olive Oil for baking
For the Pineapple Salsa
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple or swap with mango for a different flair
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper or any sweet bell pepper
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion or green onions for milder flavor
  • 1 medium Jalapeño optional
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice always use fresh
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro optional

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Shallow bowls
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pineapple Salsa by dicing fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, and red onion, then finely chop the jalapeño if using. Mix all ingredients and add lime juice. Season with salt, and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for baking or heat a large skillet over medium heat with coconut oil.
  3. Set up a breading station with all-purpose flour (or cornstarch), beaten eggs, and a mixture of shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Pat each salmon fillet dry, dredge in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with the coconut-panko mixture.
  5. Cook salmon in the oven for 12-15 minutes or in the skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Serve salmon topped with pineapple salsa for a vibrant presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and ensure oil is hot enough for frying.

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