Pesto Salmon

Ingredients

• 4 salmon filets (about 6 ounces each)
• 6 tablespoons pine nuts (finely chopped)
• 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
• 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 teaspoons parsley pesto ((traditional basil pesto will work as well))
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   Set the salmon on the counter and allow it to warm for at least half an hour before cooking. It should be almost at room temperature before cooking; this will help the salmon cook through before the topping is too brown.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the filets in a large shallow baking pan. Whisk together the pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, pesto, and mayonnaise in a small mixing bowl. Spread the crust mixture thickly over the surface of each fillet. Use it all!

3. 3

   Bake the fish for 10-15 minutes, until the fish is firm to the touch and the crust begins to very lightly brown. The thickness of your fish will determine the cooking time. Serve hot with lemon wedges.