Almond And Olive Crusted Salmon

• 2 tbls. extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 c. sliced almonds
• 1/2 c. grated bread crumbs
• 1 t. fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 t. lemon rind, finely chopped
• 2 tbls. green or black olives
• 4 five oz. salmon filets

1. 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2. Heat the olive oil in a small saute pan and saute the almonds until lightly toasted and just fragrant.
3. 3. Remove pan from heat and stir in bread crumbs, thyme, lemon rind and olives.
4. 4. Prepare a baking sheet or pan with oil, parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking; place salmon in the pan.
5. 5. Lightly press 1/4 of the crumb mixture on the top surface of each salmon fillet.
6. 6. Bake the salmon for 12 - 15 minutes, until just opaque in the center.

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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/almond-and-olive-crusted-salmon-51151521 (may not work)