Easy Basil Pesto Crusted Salmon Recipe

Name: Easy Basil Pesto Crusted Salmon Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: olive oil or cooking spray, (for greasing ); 4 salmon fillets, (4 to 6 oz each ); kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, (for seasoning); 2 tablespoons basil pesto, (homemade or store-bought ); ¼ cup unsalted butter, (softened ); ½ cup breadcrumbs, (panko or regular ); lemon wedges, (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

Picture this: tender, flaky salmon fillets coated in a flavorful pesto crust and topped with perfectly crisped panko breadcrumbs. Whether you're planning a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe for baked salmon with pesto crust is sure to impress everyone at the table. And the best part? It's super easy to make!

Updated at: Sat, 26 Jul 2025 11:51:01 GMT