Baked Pesto Salmon
2018-03-27 14:08:48
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
516g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1253
Calories from Fat 752
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 84g
130%
Saturated Fat 12g
58%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 12g
Monounsaturated Fat 46g
Cholesterol 286mg
95%
Sodium 765mg
32%
Total Carbohydrates 2g
1%
Dietary Fiber 1g
5%
Sugars 0g
Protein 116g
Vitamin A
19%
Vitamin C
13%
Calcium
7%
Iron
16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces (half side) of salmon
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ¼ cup pesto sauce 1 lemon cut into thin slices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place the salmon skin side down on a lined baking sheet sprayed with non-stick coating.
- Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Using a silicon brush or the back of a spoon spread an even layer of pesto sauce over the salmon. Top the salmon with slices of fresh lemon.
- Bake the salmon for 18-20 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
Notes
- An easy delicious baked salmon recipe using half a salmon. Seasoned with pesto sauce, lemons, and salt and pepper, this salmon is perfect for brunch or dinner.
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