Pan-seared salmon fillet striped with basil pesto and served with lemon

Pan-Seared Salmon with Almond Basil Pesto by UrbanBlissLife

This recipe from Pacific Northwest food and wine writer Marlynn Jayme Schotland of Urban Bliss Life pairs crisp-skinned wild king salmon with a fresh almond-basil pesto. Parsley and garlic keep the pesto bright while whole almonds add richness and texture.

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Pan-Seared Salmon with Almond Basil Pesto by UrbanBlissLife

UbranBlissLife, Premier Catch

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Servings

1

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Marlynn Jayme Schotland is a Pacific Northwest based writer, photographer, professional eater & wine drinker. Marlynn is the mastermind behind URBAN BLISS LIFE, her online food, wine, and travel magazine that inspires women across the globe to LIVE LOUDLY. Follow Urban Bliss Life on instagram for more amazing recipes, wine pairing tips, restaurant & wine reviews, and amazing culinary travel experiences.

Ingredients

    Salmon:

    Almond Basil Pesto:

    • 1 cup torn basil leaves
    • 1/2 cup parsley 
    • 3 garlic cloves
    • 1/3 cup whole almonds
    • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 1/2 tsp sea salt
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper

    Directions

      Salmon:

      1. Preheat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

      2. Season the salmon on both sides with salt and pepper.

      3. Once the oil is hot, slowly place the salmon filets, skin side down, onto the pan. Let it cook without moving it for about 5 minutes, until the bottom gets a nice crisp crust.

      4. After about 5 minutes, gently flip the filets over and cook for another 2 to 4 minutes, just until the salmon is fully cooked. Transfer salmon to plates and set aside.

      Almond Basil Pesto:

      1. In a food processor, add the basil leaves, parsley, garlic, and almonds. 

      2. Process, and while the ingredients are mixing, pour in the olive oil through the top of the food processor. Season with salt and pepper and process.

      3. Taste, add more salt and pepper if needed, then spoon on top of the salmon and serve.

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