Powerful Almond Pesto Salmon Recipe for Deliciously Healthy Meals
Author:antaki
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Discover how to make Almond Pesto Salmon, a tasty dish that combines health with flavor for quick, satisfying meals. Elevate your dinner today!
Ingredients
Scale
4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
1 cup fresh basil leaves
½ cup almonds (slivered or whole, toasted for extra flavor)
2 cloves garlic (freshly minced adds more punch)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup olive oil
Juice of half a lemon (for brightness)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: cherry tomatoes and arugula for a tasty garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a food processor, add the basil, almonds, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Pulse until finely chopped. Then, with the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil until combined.
Place your salmon fillets skin-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Season each fillet with some salt and pepper.
Generously slather each fillet with the almond pesto until it's all beautifully covered.
Pop the baking sheet in the oven and let it bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Once out of the oven, garnish with optional cherry tomatoes and a handful of arugula.
Notes
A delightful Almond Pesto Salmon recipe that combines tender salmon with a rich, nutty almond pesto for a quick and satisfying meal.
