Salmon is one of the best to eat when on a keto diet. It is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids. The combination of salmon and pesto is surprisingly good that you will look forward to having another round of this meal.
Maybe you are wondering if pesto is okay to consume when on keto. The answer is an absolute yes! Pesto is very healthy because the base ingredient is basil leaves which is a good source of vitamin A, and good for digestion. It is also anti-inflammatory and supports liver function and helps detoxify the body.
There is a lot of pesto we can buy in the market but homemade pesto is always the best!
You will definitely go nuts for this delectable salmon-pesto dish!
Preparation / cooking time: 30 minutes
Serving: 1
Ingredients:
For the Salmon:
- 170 grams of Salmon Fillet
- Salt and black pepper
- â…› tsp dried Thyme
- â…› tsp dried Rosemary
For the Pesto sauce:
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- 1 Tbsp Almonds
- 1 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and black pepper
Procedure:
For the Salmon:
- Season the salmon fillet with all the spices and herbs.
2. Heat a non-stick pan and add olive oil.
3. Add the salmon to the skillet, skin down first. Cook for a few minutes.
4. Flip the salmon carefully and continue cooking until thoroughly cooked. Set aside.
For the Pesto sauce:
- Prepare all the ingredients and the food processor.
2. Add all the ingredients in the food processor.
3. Pulse on high until everything is coarsely chopped, about 1 minute.
4. Serve the salmon with pesto and a slice of lemon.
Nutritional Information:
Energy – 606.9 kcal
Protein – 38.4g
Fat – 46.9g
Carbohydrates – 3.9g
Watch the video on how to prepare this healthy dish:
