ALMOND CRUSTED SALMON

1/4 cup sliced almonds, roughly chopped

• 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons chopped basil
• zest of 1/2 a lemon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 4 salmon fillets (6-8 ounces each)
• sliced lemons, for serving

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking pan with foil and spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a small bowl, combine the almonds, panko, basil, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
3. Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Divide the almond mixture between the 4 fillets and sprinkle over the tops. Lightly press the breading into the fish.
4. Bake until desired doneness, 8-10 minutes. Serve with additional lemon slices for squeezing.

Source: Diamond Nuts