Salmon Fillets with Pesto and Pistachios
Elevate your seafood dinner with these Salmon Fillets with Pesto and Pistachios—a dish that balances simplicity and sophistication. Succulent salmon fillets are generously topped with fragrant basil pesto and a crunchy layer of chopped pistachios, creating a harmony of rich, earthy, and nutty flavors. A drizzle of olive oil ensures a perfectly crisp topping, while fresh lemon zest and juice add a vibrant citrus finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this oven-baked recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Serve alongside roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, gourmet-inspired meal that’s both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for fans of quick, healthy, and flavorful fish recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on or off, as preferred)
- 0.5 cups Fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 0.25 cups Pistachios (unsalted, shelled, and roughly chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 piece Lemon (zested and juiced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Spread approximately 2 tablespoons of pesto evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the pesto layer, pressing gently to help them adhere.
Drizzle the olive oil over the pistachio-topped salmon fillets to help them crisp up during baking.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) at its thickest part and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the oven and sprinkle with lemon zest and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness.
Serve the salmon fillets warm with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1589 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.4 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 262 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 2111 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 102.3 g | 205% | |
| Vitamin D | 52.6 mcg | 263% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2021 mg | 43% | |
*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.
