Pan Seared Salmon With Lemon Basil Pesto Recipe

Pan Seared Salmon With Lemon Basil Pesto Recipe

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This is a salmon fillet served with a fresh pesto on top. You could use a store-bought pesto if you like, but homemade is so much better and so easy

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Cooking tools:

  • Food processor
  • Citrus press
  • Grater
  • Skillet
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Tongs
  • Stove
  • Paper towel

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaf, packed
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (I use a generous pinch)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 12 ounces salmon fillets (2, 6-oz each)
  • cooking spray

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