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Pesto Salmon

Baked salmon fillets topped with a vibrant basil pesto crust.

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

  • 2 pieces Salmon fillets
  • 0.25 cup Basil pesto
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Olive oil
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Spread a generous layer of basil pesto over the top of each fillet.

  5. 5

    Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  6. 6

    Optional: Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese immediately after removing from the oven.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

410

kcal

Protein

34

g

Carbs

3

g

Fat

28

g

Fiber

1

g

Sugar

1

g

Sodium

580

mg

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