Basil Baked Salmon with Cherry Tomato Salad

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350F.

2. 2

   In a food processor with the motor running, drop the garlic clove into the feed tube and run the motor until it is finely chopped.

3. 3

   Add the 1 cup of basil, pine nuts, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper, then pulse until finely chopped.

4. 4

   With the motor running, pour in 3 tablespoons of the oil until combined.

5. 5

   Place the salmon on an oiled baking sheet, then divide the basil mixture between the salmon, then top each filet with 2 basil leaves.

6. 6

   Bake the salmon until just cooked through, about 15 minutes.

7. 7

   While the salmon bakes, in a bowl, stir together the tomatoes, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper, and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil.

8. 8

   Top the salmon with the tomato salad and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.