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Pesto Crusted Baked Salmon

with Buttery Rice Pilaf, Zucchini and Almonds
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Calories
880 kcal
Protein
41g protein
Preparation Time
30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Salmon
  • Milk
  • Oats
  • Rye
  • Sesame
  • Soy
  • Wheat
  • Barley
  • Almonds
  • Sulphites
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Soy
  • Sulphites
  • Fish
  • Egg
  • Peanuts
  • Triticale
  • Crustaceans
  • Mustard
  • Tree nuts
  • Milk
  • Sesame
  • Wheat
  • Gluten
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

250 g

Salmon Fillets, skin-on

(Contains: Salmon)

¼ cup

Basil Pesto

(Contains: Milk May contain traces of: Soy, Sulphites)

¼ cup

Parmesan Cheese, shredded

(Contains: Milk)

2 tbsp

Italian Breadcrumbs

(Contains: Milk, Oats, Rye, Sesame, Soy, Wheat, Barley May contain traces of: Soy, Sulphites, Fish, Egg, Peanuts, Triticale, Crustaceans, Mustard, Tree nuts)

¾ cup

Basmati Rice

(May contain traces of: Soy, Sulphites, Fish, Egg, Peanuts, Crustaceans, Mustard, Tree nuts, Milk, Sesame, Wheat)

28 g

Almonds, sliced

(Contains: Almonds May contain traces of: Soy, Sulphites, Egg, Peanuts, Mustard, Milk, Sesame, Gluten)

1 unit(s)

Lemon

1 unit(s)

Zucchini

7 g

Zesty Garlic Blend

(Contains: Sulphites May contain traces of: Soy, Peanuts, Mustard, Tree nuts, Milk, Sesame, Wheat)

Not included in your delivery

1 tbsp

Butter*

(Contains: Milk)

1 tbsp

Oil*

⅓ tsp

Salt*

0.13 tsp

Pepper*

Calories880 kcal
Fat47 g
Saturated Fat12 g
Carbohydrate76 g
Sugar4 g
Dietary Fiber6 g
Protein41 g
Cholesterol105 mg
Sodium1190 mg
Trans Fat0.5 g
Potassium1050 mg
Calcium300 mg
Iron4 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Strainer
Medium Pot
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cups
Small Bowl
Baking Sheet
Large Non-Stick Pan
Parchment Paper

Cooking Steps

1
  • Before starting, preheat the oven to 450°F.
  • Add 1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 cups) water, half the Zesty Garlic Blend and 1/8 tsp (1/4 tsp) salt to a medium pot. Cover and bring to a boil over high.
  • Wash and dry all produce.
  • Using a strainer, rinse rice until water runs clear.
  • To the boiling water, stir in rice, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 13-15 min, until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat. Set aside, still covered.
2
  • Zest, then juice half the lemon. Cut remaining lemon into wedges.
  • Cut zucchini into 1/2-inch rounds.
  • To a small bowl, add basil pesto, Italian breadcrumbs, half the lemon zest and half the parmesan. Season with salt and pepper, then stir to combine.
3
  • Add zucchini, remaining Zesty Garlic Blend and 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) oil to an unlined baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper, then toss to combine.
  • Roast in the middle of the oven for 12-13 min. Remove from oven, add remaining parmesan and cook for 2-3 min until tender-crisp.
4
  • Meanwhile, heat a large non-stick pan over medium. 
    When hot, add almonds to the dry pan. Toast for 3-4 min, stirring often, until golden. (TIP: Keep your eye on them so they don't burn!) 
  • Transfer to a plate.
  • Carefully wipe the pan clean.
5
  • Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Coat salmon tops with pesto mixture.
  • On a parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange coated salmon. Roast in the top of the oven for 10-12 min, until salmon is cooked through.**
6
  • Stir 1 tbso (2 tbsp) butter, remaining lemon zest and lemon juice into the cooked rice.
  • Divide rice, salmon and zucchini between plates.
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