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salmon with sunflower-dill pesto sauce

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Recipe by
John Goins
@winosity-2369

The rich steak-like texture and flakiness of salmon really shines with this preparation. The result is a rich steak-like salmon with a hint of sweetness to the meat. This recipe is a perfect pairing for rosé or light bodied white wines. If you’re looking for a tasty addition, add some lemon thyme to the pesto. It’s citrus flavor is a great accompaniment to this dish. Try pairing the salmon recipe with: Garnacha/Grenache Rosé Bolder Rosé Wines Lambrusco (especially rosé)

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yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 11 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For salmon with sunflower-dill pesto sauce

  • 3/4 c
    sunflower seeds
  • 3/4 c
    basil leaves
  • 3/4 Tbsp
    fresh dill
  • 1 Tbsp
    green onion
  • 1 clove
    garlic
  • 1 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 2 tsp
    olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp
    sea salt
  • 2
    salmon fillets
  • 1 tsp
    sea salt and pepper
  • sunflower seeds and dill

How To Make salmon with sunflower-dill pesto sauce

  • 1
    Preheat the oven to 320°F temp.
  • 2
    Blend sunflower seeds, dill, basil leaves, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil in a blender until a smooth and creamy Pesto.
  • 3
    Season the skin of Salmon fillet with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heated the oil in a frying pan. Sear the salmon for 3 minutes on each side.
  • 4
    Cook the salmon in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
  • 5
    Serve the salmon with the pesto sauce on top. Garnish with few sunflower seeds and dill over the top and enjoy.
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