Best 6 Salmon And Lemon Grass Pesto Recipes

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Salmon and lemongrass pesto is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines the richness of salmon with the vibrant flavors of lemongrass and pesto. This recipe creates a delicious and impressive meal that is perfect for special occasions or a casual weeknight dinner. The salmon is cooked to perfection, while the lemongrass pesto adds a unique and zesty flavor that pairs wonderfully with the fish. Served over a bed of rice or roasted vegetables, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

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GARLICKY PESTO SALMON WITH PENNE



Garlicky Pesto Salmon with Penne image

This is my own rendition of one of my favorite garlic salmon pasta dishes at a downtown seafood restaurant. It is sure to become a favorite of yours, as well.

Provided by Danii

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound penne pasta
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless salmon fillets
4 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup fresh asparagus tips
1 cup quartered artichoke hearts
½ cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
¼ cup pesto
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, cut salmon into small pieces.
  • Melt butter in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add salmon and stir a few times. Add asparagus tips, artichoke hearts, green onions, garlic, salt, and pepper. Saute until salmon is almost cooked, garlic is golden, and asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add cream and bring to a boil. Stir in pesto. Boil until sauce is reduced by at least 1/4 to 1/2. Add penne and toss thoroughly to coat.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 128.6 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 484.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

PESTO SALMON



Pesto Salmon image

This salmon recipe is so simple and yet extremely impressive; I often serve it to company or on special occasions and I'm always asked for the recipe. I serve it with angel hair pasta (lightly tossed with fresh herbs and olive oil), a basic spring mix salad with vinegarette, and a crusty, hearty garlic bread - enjoy!

Provided by Blon-Dish

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 -6 salmon fillets (no skin)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
fresh ground pepper
3/4 cup prepared pesto sauce (refrigerated) or 3/4 cup fresh homemade pesto sauce
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
3 sliced plum tomatoes (optional)

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Place each salmon fillet in the baking pan and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Apply freshly ground pepper to taste over each fillet.
  • Gently spread pesto sauce over each fillet.
  • Sprinkle parmesean cheese over each fillet.
  • Optional: Place plum tomatoes slices on each fillet and sprinkle with a bit of additional parmesean cheese.
  • Bake prepared salmon fillets in a 350 oven for approximately 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.3, Fat 24.7, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 176.4, Sodium 404.4, Carbohydrate 0.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 68.2

SALMON PESTO PASTA



Salmon Pesto Pasta image

This simple, flavorful dish is filling and super-quick to make. It can be served hot or chilled, making it perfect for either an easy dinner or picnic lunch.

Provided by Danielle Alex

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Kosher salt
One 16-ounce box fusilli pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 1/2 cups lightly packed basil leaves, plus more for garnish
1 large clove garlic
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (see Cook's Note)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add a large pinch of salt and cook the pasta according to package directions for al dente, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and bell pepper. Cook until the bell pepper starts to soften, about 1 minute. Add the salmon and red pepper flakes, if using, to the skillet and sprinkle with salt and the black pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes without stirring. Then continue cooking and stirring until the salmon is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add the lemon juice. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and set aside.
  • For the pesto: Place the basil, garlic, pine nuts, salt and black pepper in a blender. Start on low speed, then increase to medium. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and blend until smooth. Stop the blender and scrape down the sides. Add the cheese and blend a few seconds just to incorporate. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl with the salmon. Add the pesto and toss. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled. Finish with basil leaves and grated cheese if desired.

SALMON WITH QUICK PARSLEY WALNUT PESTO RECIPE BY TASTY



Salmon With Quick Parsley Walnut Pesto Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: salmon fillet, fresh parsley, walnuts, garlic, pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, olive oil, lemon juice

Provided by Julie Klink

Categories     Lunch

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 salmon fillet
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
½ cup walnuts, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
pepper, to taste
¼ cup lemon juice, + 3 tablespoons
½ cup olive oil, + 2 tablespoons
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix together parsley, walnuts, garlic, 3 tbsp lemon juice, olive oil, and pepper. Stir until fully incorporated. Set aside.
  • Mix together pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Rub filet of salmon with seasonings.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Place salmon skin side down. Cook for 5 minutes. Flip salmon, then cook for another 5 minutes
  • Pour ¼ cup (60 ml) lemon juice over salmon. Cook for 3 more minutes until lemon juice has reduced. Remove salmon from heat.
  • Spread the parsley walnut mixture over salmon. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

STEPHAN'S BROILED SALMON PESTO



Stephan's Broiled Salmon Pesto image

This salmon is coated with a thick layer of pesto, sort of like icing on a cake. The prepared side is then placed under the broiler, and the pesto forms a browned crust. Equally good cold--the entire dish can be made a day in advance for cold service, or the leftovers served cold at lunch the next day. Goes well with rosemary and garlic roasted red potatoes and any green vegetable.

Provided by Stephan Schwartz

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds salmon fillets
2 lemons
1 ½ cups pesto
½ cup white wine

Steps:

  • Lightly oil a baking pan large enough to accommodate the fish. Place salmon in pan skin side down. Run finger over flesh to make sure all bones have been removed. Use pliers to pull out any that remain. Squeeze juice of one lemon and white wine over fish. Marinate 15 minutes.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Coat the top side of the fish with thick layer of pesto. It should be between an 1/8th to a 1/4 of an inch thick, and cover the surface of the fish.
  • Place fish under the broiler about nine inches from heat source. Broil for 8 to 10 minutes per inch of thickness, or until fish flakes and flesh is opaque. Pesto should have formed a heavily browned crust. Remove from the oven, and set aside for a few minutes. Squeeze half of second lemon over fish. Slice remaining lemon half into thin slices. Place lemon slices on individual servings, or arrange on the whole flank if serving at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 916.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 163.9 mg, Fat 67.4 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 62.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 851.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SALMON AND LEMON GRASS PESTO



Salmon and Lemon Grass Pesto image

I really love this pesto on fish, I like salmon but you could use any fish you like. Its nice served with simple baby potatoes and perhaps some mesclun or rocket with a seeded mustard dressing

Provided by Latchy

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

35 g roasted unsalted peanuts
2 red chilies, chopped coarsely (can take out seeds)
1 stalk fresh lemongrass, chopped coarsely
1/2 cup tightly packed fresh coriander leaves
80 virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
extra oil, for shallow frying
1 kg salmon fillet

Steps:

  • Blend the 1st 6 ingredients together until mixture becomes a paste.
  • Cover the pesto and refrigerate until required.
  • Heat enough oil or use oil spray on the base of large pan.
  • Cook fish on both sides until cooked as you desire it.
  • Serve the fish topped with the pesto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.2, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 86.7, Sodium 114, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 35.1

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest ingredients possible. This will ensure that your pesto is flavorful and delicious.
  • Use a food processor to make the pesto. This will help to create a smooth and consistent sauce.
  • Taste the pesto as you make it. Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • Use the pesto immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the pesto for up to 3 months.
  • Serve the pesto with your favorite pasta, grilled chicken, or fish. You can also use it as a dip for vegetables or crackers.

Conclusion:

Salmon and lemon grass pesto is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for later use. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor to your meal, give salmon and lemon grass pesto a try.

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