Pesto Crusted Roast Salmon Recipe

Name: Pesto Crusted Roast Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pesto Crust; 1 1/2 - 2 cups basil leaves, stemmed and chopped; 1 cup white breadcrumb; 1/2 cup pine nuts; 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1/2 cup crisp bacon bits; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; salt & freshly ground black pepper (optional); 8 (7 ounce) salmon fillets; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

Pesto Crust
1 1/2 - 2 cups basil leaves, stemmed and chopped
1 cup white breadcrumb
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 cup crisp bacon bits
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper (optional)
8 (7 ounce) salmon fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil

1
To make the crust: Combine all ingredients except the olive oil, salt and pepper in a food processor.
2
With the processor running, slowly pour in the oil and process until incorporated.
3
Season with salt and pepper if desired.
4
To prepare the salmon: Preheat the oven to 400 F.
5
Spread the pesto crust 1/8-inch thick on the salmon fillets.
6
In a dry nonstick ovenproof saute pan or skillet over high heat, heat the olive oil and sear the salmon, crust-side down.
7
Turn the fillets over and place in the oven for 5 to 6 minutes, until cooked through.

1043

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pesto Crust, 1 1/2 - 2 cups basil leaves, stemmed and chopped, 1 cup white breadcrumb, 1/2 cup pine nuts, and more.

Yes, Pesto Crusted Roast Salmon falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pesto Crusted Roast Salmon

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