Sole with Pesto Cream

Elevate your seafood dinner with this sumptuous Sole with Pesto Cream recipe, a perfect harmony of delicate flavors and creamy indulgence. Tender sole fillets, lightly pan-fried to golden perfection, are nestled in a luscious sauce made with basil pesto, heavy cream, and a bright splash of lemon juice for a zesty finish. The dish is artfully complemented by a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and optional fresh basil garnish, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for weeknight meals or impressing guests at dinner parties. Pair it with a side of roasted vegetables or buttery mashed potatoes for a restaurant-quality dining experience right at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces sole fillets
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cups basil pesto
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the sole fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Lightly dredge the sole fillets in the flour, shaking off any excess flour.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Once the butter is melted and the oil is hot, add the sole fillets to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the fish is golden and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream. Stir occasionally, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 6

Add the basil pesto to the cream and mix until fully incorporated. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice and grated Parmesan cheese, and allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 2 minutes.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and return the sole fillets to the skillet, spooning the pesto cream sauce over them. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat the fish through.

Step 9

Transfer the sole fillets to serving plates and drizzle with the remaining pesto cream sauce.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(722.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1476.1

Total Fat 116.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 502mg	0%
Sodium 1844.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 67.4g	0%

Vitamin D 400IU	0%
Calcium 315.1mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1252.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.2%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 6.7%