Parmeson Pesto Salmon with Cheese Crisps
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this stunning Parmesan Pesto Salmon with Cheese Crisps, a recipe that blends rich flavors with gourmet flair. Succulent salmon fillets are seared to golden perfection, then baked with a vibrant layer of pesto sauce for a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Topped with crispy, oven-baked Parmesan cheese rounds, this dish offers a delightful crunch to complement the tender, flaky fish. With minimal prep and just 20 minutes of cook time, this easy yet elegant recipe is perfect for impressing guests or elevating a simple family meal. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty touch and enjoy this low-carb, protein-packed dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 2 cups Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Pesto sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Rub this seasoning blend onto both sides of the salmon fillets.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the salmon fillets for 2 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and evenly spread a thin layer of pesto sauce on top of each fillet.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the Parmesan cheese crisps: Line another baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 1 tablespoon mounds of grated Parmesan cheese onto the sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each mound slightly with the back of a spoon.
Bake the Parmesan mounds in the oven (alongside the salmon, if there's space) for 5-7 minutes, or until they turn golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
Once the salmon is fully cooked, remove it from the oven. Let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
Serve the pesto salmon topped with Parmesan crisps on the side. Garnish with lemon wedges and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 292.8 g | 375% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.5 g | 372% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 419 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 5397 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 190.6 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 2330 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 563 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
