Pesto Baked Salmon
Pesto Baked Salmon is a flavorful and vibrant dish that combines the rich taste of salmon with the aromatic notes of pesto sauce. The addition of cherry tomatoes adds a burst of freshness, making this a perfect weeknight dinner or a delightful dish for entertaining.
Qualities:
- Herbaceous Flavor: The pesto adds a rich, herbal flavor that complements the salmon beautifully.
- Easy to Prepare: Simple instructions make this dish ideal for novice cooks.
- Colorful Presentation: The cherry tomatoes add a pop of color, enhancing the visual appeal of the meal.
Preparation Time:
30 min
Difficulty:
Novice
Ingredients:
- 150g of salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons of pesto sauce
- 50g of cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- baking dish
- oven
- mixing bowl
- spatula
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a mixing bowl, place the salmon fillet and spread the pesto sauce evenly over the top.
- Add the cherry tomatoes around the salmon in the baking dish.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and tomatoes, then season with salt and black pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Macros:
- Total Calories: 286kcal
- Carbs: 6g
- Proteins: 25g
- Fats: 18g