Roast King Salmon with Pesto Glaze Recipe

Name: Roast King Salmon with Pesto Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic, green sprout removed; 1 tablespoon butter; ⅓ cup pine nuts; ⅓ cup pecans; sea salt; fresh ground pepper; 1 ½ cups packed fresh basil leaves; 6 small spinach leaves; ½ cup best quality extra virgin olive oil; ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 lb king salmon (or other good quality fresh salmon)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425 F degrees.
2
Place garlic, butter, pine nuts, pecans, 2 pinches sea salt and 1 grind pepper in food processor bowl fitted with metal blade.
3
Pulse process until mixture is finely ground (be careful not to over-process as nuts may turn to butter!
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Add basil, spinach leaves, and 1/4 cup of the olive oil.
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Process for 20 seconds.
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Gradually add remaining oil until it's a smooth paste that is thick, not runny.
8
If needed, add more oil, 1 tablespoon at a time.
9
Add cheese and process for 30 seconds.
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Set aside.
11
Slice salmon into 4 equal sized fillets and lightly salt and pepper each side.
12
Grease a baking pan and place fillets in pan (do not crowd).
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Top each fillet with a smooth coating of pesto.
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Bake for approximately 10 minutes, depending on thickness.
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Do not over-bake!
16
Test a fillet by poking a thin knife into the thickest part of the fillet.
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If the knife comes out warm to the touch, the salmon is done.

803

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 3 cloves garlic, green sprout removed, 1 tablespoon butter, ⅓ cup pine nuts, ⅓ cup pecans, and more.

Yes, Roast King Salmon with Pesto Glaze 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Roast King Salmon with Pesto Glaze

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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