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June 6, 2025

Five ingredients lend a huge amount of flavor to this quick pesto baked salmon. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

$5.75 / Serving Star
Estimated Price
5 Ingredients
EASY

Ingredients

0 allergens identified

5-Ingredient Pesto Baked Salmon

Instructions

1
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Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3
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Gently pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place on the baking sheet, skin side down.
4
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Sprinkle the tops of the salmon with the salt and black pepper.
5
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Spoon an equal amount of basil pesto sauce over each salmon fillet. Spread to coat each fillet with an even layer.
6
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Bake the salmon on middle rack of oven until it flakes easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
7
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Check to see that salmon is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
8
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Squeeze fresh lemon juice over salmon if desired. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.
4.24%

2.84 g

Carbs

49.23%

14.67 g

Fat

44.3%

29.7 g

Protein

13.41%

268.24 kcal

Calories

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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