Roast King Salmon With Pesto Glaze Recipe

Impress your taste buds with this incredibly flavorful Roasted King Salmon, boasting a vibrant pesto glaze that's both simple and elegant. This 30-minute recipe delivers juicy, perfectly cooked salmon with a burst of fresh herbs and nutty pesto. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 652.3 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Roast King Salmon With Pesto Glaze

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How to Make Roast King Salmon With Pesto Glaze

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels.
  3. Season the salmon generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and spread it evenly.
  5. Place the salmon fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Top the salmon with 2-3 lemon slices and spread half of the pesto evenly over the top.
  7. Roast the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until it's cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
  9. Garnish with the remaining pesto and lemon slices.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and healthy meal!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

58g

Carbs

1g