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Salmon with Walnut Pesto

Not only is pesto our absolute favorite (duh), but it is packed full of healthy fats! Combine that flavor with salmon, it is an instant favorite.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian, Gluten Free, Seafood
Keyword Low carb
Cooking Method Oven, Stove Top
Condition Diabetes, Gluten Free, PCOS
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 cups basil
  • 10 oz walnuts
  • 1 tsp salt kosher
  • 1-1/2 cup olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 4-5 oz salmon fillets
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place basil, walnuts, salt, olive oil, garlic, and parmesan cheese in food processor. Blend until smooth.
  • Heat 2 tsp olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each side of salmon fillets until golden and crisp.
  • Place salmon fillets in baking dish and bake until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F, about 12-15 minutes.
  • Top each salmon fillet with 1 Tbsp pesto. Store remaining pesto in an airtight container and keep in freezer.

Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 81g | Sodium: 797mg | Potassium: 531mg | Fiber: 5g