Description
These Pesto Salmon Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack, featuring tender salmon coated in vibrant pesto and baked to perfection. With the rich, herby flavor of basil pesto and the flaky texture of salmon, these bites are a delightful treat for seafood lovers. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a healthy weeknight snack, these pesto salmon bites are full of flavor and nutrients!
Ingredients
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1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces
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3 tablespoons pesto (store-bought or homemade)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Fresh lemon wedges, for serving
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Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). -
Prepare the Salmon:
Cut the salmon fillet into bite-sized pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches in size. -
Coat the Salmon with Pesto:
In a bowl, toss the salmon pieces with pesto, olive oil, salt, and pepper, ensuring that the salmon is evenly coated. -
Bake the Salmon Bites:
Place the coated salmon pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet, making sure they are in a single layer. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. -
Serve:
Serve the pesto salmon bites with fresh lemon wedges and garnish with chopped basil. Enjoy immediately as an appetizer or snack!
Notes
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You can make your own pesto by blending fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
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For added flavor, you can sprinkle the salmon bites with grated Parmesan cheese before baking.
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These bites are also great served with a light salad or over a bed of quinoa or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 3-4 bites)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg