Baked Salmon with a Basil Pesto Crust

12

Minutes

2

Servings

INGREDIENTS 

  • 2 salmon fillets, skin on
  • ½ jar Sacla’ Classic Basil Pesto 
  • 25g fresh white breadcrumbs
  • Small handful Parmesan, grated
  • 6 asparagus stalks 
  • Fresh rocket to serve


INSTRUCTIONS 

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan
  2. Arrange the salmon fillets on a non-stick baking tray
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan and Basil Pesto, then press half of the mixture on top of each fillet
  4. Bake the salmon fillets for 10-12 minutes, until the fish is cooked through
  5. Meanwhile, pour boiling water into a pan. Add the asparagus and cook for 1-3 minutes, until bright green and tender
  6. Serve the salmon on a bed of rocket and asparagus