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Baked Pesto Salmon Recipe

Flaky, flavorful, and healthy! This easy baked pesto salmon recipe is ready in under an hour. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it's low-fat and packed with delicious pesto flavor. Impress your family with this restaurant-quality meal!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 380.1 kcal
Protein 126g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Pesto Salmon

  • Pesto Sauce
  • Fat Free Mayonnaise
  • Salmon Fillets

How to Make Baked Pesto Salmon

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of fat-free mayonnaise and 1/4 cup of pesto.
  3. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Place one 6-ounce salmon fillet in a small, oven-safe casserole dish.
  5. Generously cover the salmon with the pesto mayonnaise mixture.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

9g

Carbs

0g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation For 1 Or 2 5 Ingredients Or Less Main Dish Seafood Easy Salmon Fish Saltwater Fish Number Of Servings