Pesto Salmon

Pesto Salmon
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Pesto Salmon a try. One portion of this dish contains about 35g of protein, 14g of fat, and a total of 287 calories. This recipe serves 4. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 20 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and primal diet. If you have oven bag, lemon juice, salt, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the salt you could follow this main course with the Apple Turnovers Recipe as a dessert.

Instructions

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Preheat oven to 400F.
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Place Reynolds Oven Bag in 13x9x2-inch pan.
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Add flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and lemon juice. Squeeze bag to blend seasonings.
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Spread pesto on salmon.
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Sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper.
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Place in oven bag in a single layer; arrange tomatoes and bell pepper strips around salmon.
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Close bag with nylon tie.
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Cut six 1/2-inch slits in top. Tuck ends of bag in pan.
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Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until salmon flakes.
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Let stand 5 minutes. Carefully cut bag open to serve.
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Garnish with fresh basil and lemon twist, if desired.
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Recommended wine: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Sauvignon Blanc are my top picks for Salmon. To decide on white or red, you should consider your seasoning and sauces. Chardonnay is a great friend to buttery, creamy dishes, while sauvignon blanc can complement herb or citrus-centric dishes. A light-bodied, low-tannin red such as the pinot noir goes great with broiled or grilled salmon. One wine you could try is Rochioli Estate Chardonnay. It has 4.3 out of 5 stars and a bottle costs about 42 dollars.
Rochioli Estate Chardonnay
Rochioli Estate Chardonnay
This wine is a fine example of the unique characteristics from the Rochioli property and the Russian River Valley. Aromas of ripe apple, tropical fruit, hazelnut and a touch of spice combine with the rich apple flavors and crisp acidity.
DifficultyNormal
Ready In20 m.
Servings4
Health Score85
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