Salmon with Puff Pastry and Pesto

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400F.

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

3. 3

   Unfold the puff pastry sheet on a cutting board and use a sharp paring knife to cut 4 4 1/2-inch squares.

4. 4

   Prick each square all over with the tines of a fork.

5. 5

   Arrange the pastry squares on one end of the baking sheet, about 1 inch apart.

6. 6

   Cut the salmon fillets in half crosswise to make 4 pieces about 3 inches square.

7. 7

   Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and arrange them on the other end of the sheet.

8. 8

   Sprinkle each piece of salmon with 1 tablespoon of the sliced almonds.

9. 9

   Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown and the salmon is firm.

10. 10

    Place a piece of puff pastry on each plate.

11. 11

    Top the pastry with 1 tablespoon of the pesto.

12. 12

    Arrange 2 slices of tomato over the pesto and top with the salmon.

13. 13

    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.