Pesto Salmon Recipe
If you enjoyed my parmesan salmon dish, you’re sure to fall for this simple and flavorful Pesto Salmon made with just three ingredients! Whether you choose to cook it in the air fryer or bake it in the oven, this recipe is a breeze to prepare.
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Ingredients
- 2 5-ounce salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons prepared pesto
Equipment Needed
- sheet pan
- Air Fryer
Instructions
- 1
Lightly coat the air fryer basket with olive oil to ensure the salmon doesn’t stick.
- 2
Apply 1 tablespoon of pesto onto each piece of salmon, then top with an additional tablespoon of Parmesan cheese.
- 3
Cook in the air fryer for 7 minutes at 400°F, adjusting the time as needed based on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
- 4
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly spray a small baking sheet with olive oil.
- 5
Evenly distribute 1 tablespoon of pesto on each salmon fillet, followed by a sprinkle of 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese on top.
- 6
Bake in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, adjusting the time according to the thickness of the salmon.