Pesto Salmon
User Reviews
4
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
39925 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Pesto Salmon
Description
Pesto Salmon is prepared by coating salmon fillets with basil pesto, then topping them with a mixture of fresh breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese before baking. The pesto adds herbal brightness, while the breadcrumb and cheese mixture forms a golden crust during cooking. Baking at 400°F for about 12 to 15 minutes ensures the salmon remains moist and tender, with the topping providing a contrasting texture. Cooking times can be adjusted based on fillet thickness, as thicker pieces need a bit more time for thorough cooking.
The flavor is a balance of the rich, slightly oily salmon matched with the fresh, slightly nutty pesto and savory parmesan, complemented by a crisp, toasted breadcrumb topping. This method preserves the salmon’s natural juiciness while adding complexity with the herb crust.
This dish stands on its own as a satisfying entrée and pairs well with simple sides that allow the pesto salmon’s flavors to shine. It suits occasions where a fresh, herbaceous baked fish is desired without elaborate preparations.
Carryover cooking is important to note here: the salmon continues to cook after removal from the oven, so baking for around 12 minutes often yields moist results. Adjust timing depending on fillet thickness and preferred doneness.
Ingredients
- 24 ounces salmon 4 6-ounce fillets) you can use skin-on or skinless, fillets
- 6-7 tablespoons pesto
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs fresh
- ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese grate with a microplane grater if possible, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°. Place a piece of tin foil on a rimmed baking sheet and spray with vegetable spray.
- Lay the salmon fillets on the baking sheet so they don't touch. Spoon 1½ tablespoons of basil pesto over each fillet and spread it with the back of a spoon or knife so it's lightly coated with the herb sauce.
- Combine the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a small bowl. Top the salmon fillets with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Cook the salmon for 12 minutes for medium and up to 15 minutes to cook through.
Notes
- Do not bake pesto salmon longer than 12-13 minutes for moister flesh, as the fish continues cooking after removal from the oven.
- Adjust cooking time depending on fillet thickness: thicker than 1 inch may require slightly longer baking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 39925 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 399.25kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.31g | 3% |
| Protein | 38.5g | 77% |
| Fat | 21.92g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.51g | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6g | 27% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.2g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 102.6mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 496.93mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 866.45mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.77g | 3% |
| Sugar | 1.28g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 593.72IU | 12% |
| Calcium | 146.78mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.96mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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