Baked Walleye

Elevate your seafood dinner with this mouthwatering Baked Walleye recipe—an easy, healthy, and flavor-packed way to enjoy this delicate freshwater fish. Tender walleye fillets are brushed with a zesty olive oil and lemon mixture, seasoned with garlic, paprika, and parsley, then topped with a crispy, cheesy panko-Parmesan crust. Baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, this dish is as quick to prepare as it is delicious. Perfect for weeknight meals or an impressive yet simple dinner for guests, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or rice pilaf. Serve with a squeeze of lemon for an extra burst of brightness that complements the rich, flaky fish. With minimal prep, loads of flavor, and a delightfully crunchy topping, this baked walleye is destined to become a go-to favorite. Keywords: baked walleye, easy fish recipe, healthy seafood dish, Parmesan crusted walleye, quick weeknight dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 fillets (6-8 oz each) Walleye fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 as needed Cooking spray
• 4 wedges (optional, for serving) Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it with cooking spray.

Step 2

Rinse the walleye fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set them aside on a plate.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Brush this mixture evenly over both sides of each walleye fillet.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the tops of the fillets, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 5

Place the prepared fillets onto the baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced evenly apart.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the topping is golden brown.

Step 7

Remove the fillets from the oven and let them rest for 1-2 minutes. Serve the baked walleye with optional lemon wedges for added freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	778 grams (778.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	894

Total Fat 35.20g	45%
Saturated Fat 5.70g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 340mg	113%
Sodium 1524mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 7.30g	3%
Dietary Fiber 1.50g	5%
Total Sugars 1.50g
Protein 130.10g	260%

Vitamin D 1360IU	6800%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 2147mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 60.1%

Carbs: 3.4%