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Recipe of the Week 3/3: Pesto Salmon

Mar 03, 2024

Pesto Salmon

Yields 2 Servings

Ingredients:

  • 2 5-ounce salmon fillets, skin on
  • 2 tablespoons prepared pesto
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Air Fryer directions:

  • Spritz the basket with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto over the top of each salmon. Sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Air fry 7 minutes at 400°F, or longer depending on thickness of the salmon.

Oven directions:

  • Preheat the oven to 425F. Spritz a small sheet pan with olive oil.
  • Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto over the top of each salmon. Sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes, depending on thickness of the salmon.

Meal Plan Check Boxes:

4 Proteins
2 Fats
Nutritional Facts: 1 piece salmon, Calories: 290 kcal, Carbohydrates: 2 g, Protein: 30 g, Fat: 17 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g

Adapted From: https://www.skinnytaste.com/pesto-salmon/#recipe