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    Pesto Salmon

    May 21, 2019 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

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    Quick and Easy Pesto Salmon Recipe

    Get an amazing cheesy pesto flavor with your favorite baked salmon.

    This just might be your new weeknight favorite…

    Because it is SO EASY to prepare, and it is just a fabulous and tasty salmon! 

    Related Pesto Recipes: How to Make Homemade Pesto and Ways to Use Homemade Pesto and Pesto Rice Pilaf

    Delicious Pesto Salmon Recipe
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    Pesto Salmon

    Super easy and flavorful salmon dish!
    Prep Time5 minutes
    Cook Time20 minutes
    Servings - 4 servings

    Ingredients 

    • 1 lb. salmon fillet
    • Salt and pepper
    • 8 oz jar pesto
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Side: salad
    • Side: rice

    Instructions

    • Cook rice, as directed.
    • Preheat oven to 400 F.
    • Cut salmon fillet into 4 pieces. Place in small baking dish and season with salt and pepper. Spread the pesto directly onto the salmon, and then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
    • PRO TIP: Ask at the store to have your salmon cut into individual size portions.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until salmon is no longer pink in the middle.
    • Prepare the salad.
    • Serve Pesto Salmon with side salad and rice.

    Delicious Pesto Salmon Recipe

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