Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Gently pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place on the baking sheet, skin side down.
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Sprinkle the tops of the salmon with the salt and black pepper.
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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.
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Bake the salmon on middle rack of oven until it flakes easily with a fork, 12-15 minutes.
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Check to see that salmon is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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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.
2.84 g
Carbs
14.67 g
Fat
29.7 g
Protein
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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Diet at a Glance
Gluten Free
Grain Free
Soy Free
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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Nutrition Per Serving
Energy
268 kcal(13%)
Total Fat
15 g(23%)
Saturated
2 g(15%)
Trans
0 g(3%)
Unsaturated
0 g(0%)
Cholesterol
78 mg(26%)
Total Carbs
3 g(1%)
Fiber
1 g(2%)
Sugars
1 g(4%)
Proteins
30 g(59%)
Sodium
444 mg(19%)
Polyunsaturated
5 g(0%)
Monounsaturated
6 g(0%)
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Glycemic Analysis 
Glycemic Index 4 Moderate
Glycemic Load 0 Low
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