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Zesty Pesto-Crusted Salmon
Sink your teeth into this delectably moist Pesto-Crusted Salmon, packed full of vibrant flavors and topped with a zing of fresh lemon. It's a straightforward recipe even a beginner can master, where every bite is a burst of citrusy pesto goodness.
3
30 min
TOTAL TIME
372
CALORIES
$4.48
PER SERVING
Ingredients
Directions
11 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
3
Rinse the salmon fillet under cold water and use your fingers to feel for any bones that need to be removed. Pat the fillet dry with paper towels.
4
Place the salmon, skin side down, on the lined baking sheet.
5
Spray the salmon fillet lightly with olive oil cooking spray.
6
Evenly sprinkle the freshly ground black pepper over the salmon.
7
Distribute the store-bought basil pesto evenly over the top of the salmon fillet. You don't need to spread it.
8
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
9
After removing the salmon from the oven, let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
10
Serve the salmon fillets with the garnish of fresh lemon slices. The skin can be easily removed before eating.
11
Place any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.
Health Info
Macros
4g
CARBS
24g
FAT
50g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
MEDITERRANEAN
LOW CARB
KETO
Contains these allergens
MILK
FISH
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