Description
These Pesto Salmon Bites are a delightful combination of tender salmon pieces coated in flavorful basil pesto, perfect for a quick and tasty appetizer or main dish. Easy to make and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, these bites are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Bites:
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- â…“ cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
- lemon wedges
- fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Salmon: In a medium bowl, toss the salmon cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Bake Salmon: Arrange the salmon pieces on the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
- Coat with Pesto: Remove from the oven and toss the warm salmon bites with pesto until well coated.
- Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- These bites are versatile and can be enjoyed in various ways, such as on salads or in grain bowls.
- For a crispier texture, consider air-frying the salmon at 400°F for 7–8 minutes.
- To make the dish paleo and Whole30 compliant, use dairy-free pesto.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4–5 bites
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
