Salmon with Pesto Mayonnaise
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistibly flavorful Salmon with Pesto Mayonnaise! This recipe combines tender, oven-baked salmon fillets with a luscious topping made from creamy mayonnaise, herbaceous pesto, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Seasoned with just the right touch of garlic, salt, and black pepper, each fillet is brushed with olive oil to ensure a perfectly moist and flaky texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is as quick as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for a burst of brightness that balances the rich, savory flavors. Perfect for an easy yet elegant meal, this dish is sure to impress family and guests alike!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon fillet
- 4 tablespoons Pesto
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of the fillets with olive oil.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine the pesto, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until a smooth sauce forms.
Step 4
Spread the pesto mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet, using the back of a spoon to coat them fully.
Step 5
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the topping is slightly golden at the edges.
Step 6
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Step 7
Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an added burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (888.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2778.9 |
| Total Fat 215.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 36.8g | |
| Cholesterol 544.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4820.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.3g | |
| Protein 180.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3728.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 261.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3325.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories