Grilled Salmon Pesto Recipe
Basil | Garlic | Diced Tomato | Angel Hair
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Pesto Sauce
Method
Pesto Preparation
- 1
Make the Pesto Sauce
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until finely chopped.
- 2
Add Oil and Cheese
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth. Then, add the grated Parmesan cheese and pulse again until fully incorporated. Set the pesto aside.
Cooking Salmon and Pasta
- 3
Cook the Angel Hair Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 4
- 5
Combine Pasta and Pesto
In a large bowl, toss the cooked angel hair pasta with the prepared pesto sauce until evenly coated.
- 6
Serve
Plate the pesto-coated pasta, top with grilled salmon fillets, and garnish with diced tomatoes. Serve immediately.
