It may sound odd, hummus makes an excellent topping for salmon. It melts over the top of this Hummus Crusted Salmon, keeping the fish flavorful and its natural moisture locked in.
I received free samples of Sabra Hummus mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Sabra and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.
I know I make a lot of weird stuff, but Hummus Crusted Salmon is one you have to try. You like hummus. You like salmon. What’s not to like about a combo meal?
Even my mom – who’s an excellent cook- approved of this #strangebutgood dish! Trust me, there’s no better way to celebrate National Hummus Day this Saturday, May 13th.
Sabra sent their delicious hummus to the right hummus junkie, as I could eat it for every meal. We’ve downed the Classic, the Pine Nut, and the Supremely Spicy (thanks to this Cinco de Mayo recipe). For this salmon creation, I used the Roasted Red Pepper.
My favorite part about this favorite are the big pieces of red pepper you get with every bite. It’s not like there are just a few teensy specks. Is there anything more disappointing than when that happens with dips!?
Even better is it’s incredibly quick and easy to make. All you need to do is thin the hummus with a little water and add flavor, then slather it on your fish.
Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of you fish. I like mine on the rare side, and they were thinner pieces so I cooked it for 12 minutes.
Hummus Crusted Salmon
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Keywords: bake entree gluten-free low-carb low-sodium nut-free soy-free hummus salmon
Ingredients (4 servings)
- 1/4 C roasted red pepper hummus
- 2 T water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 lb salmon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425F.
In a small bowl, mix together hummus, water, garlic, and oregano.
Place salmon fillet on a foil-lined baking sheet. Spread a layer of hummus on top of it.
Bake 10-15 minutes (it will depend on the thickness of your fillet), until the top appears golden in color.
This would be great over a salad, or with any veggies. We ate it with this Sweet Potato Hash (minus the egg in the original recipe).
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UPDATE: Since we got behind with WIAW, I’ll be sharing my eats live on Instagram. Here’s the link up (late):
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This one was approved my Vegas AND mom. I’m on a roll!
What’s your favorite hummus flavor?
Do you make your own hummus or buy it?
I’m going to try this! I never thought to us hummus that way but what a great idea. Roasted red pepper is one of my fav
Let me know what you think! It’s so easy and delicious. I want to do it with roasted garlic hummus and trout next.
I’ve seen hummus crusted chicken and salmon before, but never tried it. Looks so simple and delicious though! And anything spicy or roasted red pepper hummus is usually my fav.
It really is so low effort for how good it is. Let me know if you try it out! So many flavors to experiment with!
I have done this (topped fish or other meats with hummus) and I concur. But then again, hummus in general is magical and should never be underestimated.
Agreed. It’s almost to a unicorn level.
how interesting! I can see how that would be a great combo
I did it on tempeh a looooog time ago. It was tasty too!
it’a HUMMUS DAY! dude, you win. I want this more than any other hummus recipes I’ve seen. Way to go bro!
Awwwww… brother. I’ll feed you dinner. Bring some of your dip for apps though!
I’m laughing right now because my recipe for this one was a hummus crusted chicken. I LOVE the idea of using salmon instead. Thanks for the inspiration : )
Ha – great minds! I’ll have to try your chicken next!
You so fancy and healthy.
I need to celebrate National Hummus Day. Can we make a drink of some sort?
Mmmmm… I’m going to pass on a hummus drink. Though I guess you could do a stuffed olive for a martini? I don’t know….
I have never tried to crust anything with hummus, but your salmon looks delicious! Pinning for later, Thanks!
Thank you! I’d love to hear what you think if you try it!
This doesn’t sound all that different than yogurt as a marinade/coating. Which I love on chicken (since I don’t do salmon)
So true! I think it would be great on chicken. It’s on my list to try.
OMG, this hummus crusted salmon looks amazeballs. I’ve never thought about topping salmon with hummus but now I’m dying to try this. LOL, I like that you call yourself a hummus junkie.
Thanks Mary! I’m a junkie for a lot of things, apparently. 😉
I have never thought to put hummus on salmon but after reading this I can’t understand why! It looks really good. Would work with the creamy flaky texture of the fish – yum!
I am a sucker for a garlic or a sundried tomato hummus – so good! Then again I’m a sucker for anything with garlic or sundried tomato in it!
Much to Vegas’ dismay, I’m a huge fan of anything garlic too. Alas, it gives me terribly stinky gas. HAHAHA!
Bet this keeps the fish super moist!
Two of my favorite foods combined, can it be any better! Awesome recipe!
Thank you! We were really happy with it. 🙂