Pesto Crusted Salmon Filet Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Served with wilted baby spinach, wild rice and a sun-dried tomato tapenade.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Salmon
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the salmon fillets on the baking sheet and season with salt and black pepper.
2
Apply Pesto
Spread a generous amount of basil pesto over the top of each salmon fillet, making sure to cover them evenly.
3
Bake the Salmon
Drizzle olive oil over the salmon fillets and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
4
Prepare the Side Dishes
While the salmon is baking, wilt baby spinach in a skillet over medium heat until just tender. Cook wild rice according to package instructions.
5
Serve
Plate the pesto crusted salmon with wilted spinach and a side of wild rice. Top with sun-dried tomato tapenade before serving.