Pesto Salmon
This easy Pesto Salmon is covered in basil pesto and then oven-roasted. It's delicious, ready in minutes, and is perfect for weeknight dinners.
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (~4 oz each), patted dry
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- pinch salt, ground pepper
- To Serve: fresh basil, lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 F
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and place salmon fillets skin side down. Drizzle with salt, and pepper. Spread pesto over the top of fillets with a spoon or small spatula (try to cover them as evenly as possible). Sprinkle thyme over the pesto.
- Roast the salmon 4-6 minutes per ½ inch thickness. The fish should flake easily with a fork when it's finished.
- If the salmon has skin, remove it now if desired. It should peel off easily. Serve with lemon wedges and fresh basil (optional).
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 193mg | Potassium: 257mg | Vitamin A: 405IU | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 0.6mg