Pecan Pesto Salmon Recipe

September 29, 2014 by Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CN

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This Pecan Pesto Salmon Recipe is not only delicious, easy to make and full of amazing flavor but it’s also packed with omega-3 fats that are essential for hormone health! Try this incredibly good dish tonight!

Total Time

25 minutes

Serves

Meal Type

Fish,
Gluten-Free,
Main Dishes

Diet Type

Gluten-Free,
Ketogenic,
Low-Carb,
Paleo

Ingredients:

2 wild caught Alaskan salmon filets
1½ cups fresh basil
¾ cup pecans
¼ cup pecorino cheese, shredded
¼ cup olive oil
2-4 garlic cloves
Sea Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Place salmon in a pan and season lightly with sea salt and pepper.
Bake for 20-22 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork
Blend the remaining ingredients in a food processor until the mixture becomes incorporated but slightly chunky.
Serve pesto drizzled over the salmon

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