Pecan Crusted Salmon
Pecan Crusted Salmon would be lovely for a special low-carb dinner, and it really is quick and easy to make! And this delicious salmon crusted with pecans is Keto, low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free!
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I highly recommend this delicious Pecan Crusted Salmon when it’s a special occasion and you want to make dinner at home. And this salmon is an extra quick and easy recipe so you can enjoy the occasion along with your guests! And the Dijon and mayo coating that holds the pecans on to the salmon perfectly compliments the flavor of the fish.
Personally I think this salmon that’s coated with a mustard-mayo mix and topped with pecans is so delicious for a healthy dinner option. If you’re a salmon fan who also likes pecans, I think this is a must-make recipe; I hope you’ll try this Pecan Crusted Salmon soon!
What ingredients do you need for this recipe?
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- salmon filets
- Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link), for seasoning salmon (or other fish rub of your choice)
- pecans
- Dijon Mustard (affiliate link)
- mayo
How low in carbs is Pecan Crusted Salmon?
This amazing salmon that’s flavored with fish rub, mayo, and mustard and crusted with pecans has only 2 net carbs and a whopping 74 grams of protein per serving!
Is the Pecan Crusted Salmon gluten-free?
My recipe doesn’t use any breadcrumbs in the pecan topping, so this recipe is gluten-free as well as being low in carbs!
Can you make Pecan Crusted Salmon without fish rub?
I’m a HUGE fan of Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link) and probably don’t ever make fish without seasoning it with this rub, but if you don’t have it and don’t want to buy it you can use any blend of herbs that tastes food on salmon, or skip it completely.
Can you use other mustard for the Pecan Crusted Salmon?
If you don’t have Dijon or aren’t much of a mustard fan, you can definitely use more mayo and less mustard in the topping or substitute another type of mustard you have on hand.
How to make Pecan Crusted Salmon:
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- Let the salmon thaw overnight in the freezer if it’s frozen.
- About 30 minutes before you plan to cook, put it on a small roasting sheet and let the fish come to room temperature.
- Season the salmon with Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link) or another type of fish rub if you have some.
- Mix the Dijon and mayo in a small bowl.
- Spread 2 tsp. of the mayo/mustard mixture over each piece of salmon, making sure it is completely covered so the pecans will stick.
- Then sprinkle 1-2 T finely chopped pecans onto each piece of fish, patting them down so they stick. (I put each piece of fish on a cutting board to sprinkle the pecans and then put it back on the roasting pan.)
- Roast fish for 10-12 minutes in an oven (or toaster oven) that you’ve preheated to 425F/220C.
- Pecan Crusted Salmon should feel barely firm when it’s done, so don’t overcook. Serve hot.
Make it a Low-Carb Meal:
For a special low-carb dinner, Pecan Crusted Salmon would be delicious with Twice Baked Cauliflower and Kalyn’s Favorite Baby Arugula Salad.
More Special Dinners with Salmon:
- Roasted Lemon Salmon and Asparagus Sheet Pan Meal
- Salmon Packets with Tomatoes and Olives
- Air Fryer Salmon with Mustard Herb Sauce
Pecan Crusted Salmon
Pecan Crusted Salmon would be perfect for a special low-carb dinner, and everyone who likes salmon and pecans is going to swoon over this recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon filets, about 8 oz. each
- fish rub, for seasoning salmon (optional, but good; see notes)
- 3 T finely chopped pecans (preferably not salted)
- 1 T Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp. mayo (see notes)
Instructions
- Thaw salmon overnight in the refrigerator if it’s frozen.
- At least 30 minutes before you plan to cook, take salmon out of the refrigerator and place on small roasting pan that you’ve sprayed with nonstick spray or olive oil, and let the fish come to room temperature.
- Season with fish rub if you’re using it.
- Preheat oven or toaster oven to 425F/220C.
- Finely chop the pecans with a chef’s knife.
- Mix together the Dijon mustard and mayo in a small bowl and use a rubber scraper to spread it over the surface of the salmon, until it’s completely covered.
- Then sprinkle the pecans over the fish, pressing them down so they stick. (I put each piece of fish on the cutting board while I sprinkled it with pecans and then put them back on the roasting pan when they were covered.)
- Roast the salmon for 10-12 minutes, or until it feels barely firm to the touch when it’s pressed with your finger.
- Don’t overcook; the fish will continue to cook for a few minutes when you take it out of the oven.
- Serve hot.
Notes
I like Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link) and I'd definitely use that for this recipe.
If you’re not that fond of mustard you can use 2 tsp. Dijon and 2 tsp. mayo.
This recipe adapted slightly from The South Beach Diet Super Quick Cookbook.
Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 667Total Fat 40gSaturated Fat 7gUnsaturated Fat 29gCholesterol 192mgSodium 593mgCarbohydrates 2gFiber 1gSugar 0gProtein 74g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated by the Recipe Plug-In I am using. I am not a nutritionist and cannot guarantee 100% accuracy, since many variables affect those calculations.
Low-Carb Diet / Low-Glycemic Diet / South Beach Diet Suggestions:
Pecan Crusted Salmon would be approved for any low-carb or Keto eating plan, and also for any phase of the original South Beach Diet.
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Historical Notes for this Recipe:
The tasty Pecan Crusted Salmon was first posted in 2012. This recipe was last updated with more information in 2025.
14 Comments on “Pecan Crusted Salmon”
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Well I love most fish– and this sounds easy enough that I should be able to make it
Eric, very glad everyone enjoyed it!
I just made this last night and it turned out perfectly. Everyone gobbled up their portion and was looking around for more! Thanks! More generally thanks for all your recipes – I've made many of the ones you've posted and looking forward to getting new ones.
Lynn, so glad you liked it!
I DID prepare this for our Valentine's dinner, and it was so delicious…the best salmon we've ever had. It was served with fresh asparagus and rice pilaf…yum!
I love the idea of a nutty crust on fish! Definitely bookmarking this to try – thanks Kalyn!
I love this!! Pecans make such a delicious crust. I've been in a fish rut, going to try this!
Looks delicious, Kalyn. I love nut crust on fish, especially pecans. The Dijon adds a delicious-sounding punch.
Looks like a nice heart healthy dinner with salmon and pecans – easy and elegant.
I'm a sucker for anything with the title 'pecan crusted!' I've never tried it with salmon though, so I'll have to try it out! Great seeing you today!
This recipe looks delicious. However, I think it won't thaw overnight in the freezer. While I know what you meant, maybe others might not.
I REALLY don't crave fish anymore, but this has definitely spurred a craving! The dijon with the nuts sounds delicious!
Gorgeous! I never think to use nuts in a coating for fish. It looks delicious and I can just imagine how well that crunchy coating works with the smoothness of the salmon.