Pesto Salmon
This incredibly simple recipe is ready in under a half hour and tastes absolutely amazing. Simple ingredients make a gourmet meal easy.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 325kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Line a baking sheet with tin foil for easy cleanup and be sure to leave a lip.
- Cut salmon into 4 ounce fillets if they are not already fillets, and place them skin side down on the baking sheet with at least 1-2 inches between them.1 pound salmon fillets
- Add a tablespoon of pesto to each fillet. Spread the pesto evenly over the top of each fillet.1/4 cup pesto
- Cut butter into thin pieces and top the fillets with butter bits.1 tablespoon butter
- Place salmon in preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Check for doneness at 12 minutes and return to the oven if needed.
- Let the salmon rest for five minutes, then serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Note that the salmon will take longer to cook the thicker the fillets. Be sure to check the salmon at 12 minutes because you do not want to overcook it.
- For more tips and tricks, be sure to read the full article above.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ounces fillet | Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 165mg | Sugar: 1g
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