Keto Salmon with Chunky Basil Pesto

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Salmon with Chunky Basil Pesto

Salmon is one of the best and healthiest ways to eat when on a Keto diet. It is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids. The combination of salmon and pesto is surprisingly good! You will look forward to having another round of this meal!
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Preparation time: 30 minutes 

🍽 Servings: 1

Ingredients:

For the Salmon:
170g Salmon fillet
Salt and black pepper
1/8 tsp dried Thyme
1/8 tsp dried Rosemary

Sauce:

1/4 cup fresh Basil
1 Tbsp Almonds
1 Tbsp Parmesan cheese
2 Garlic cloves
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
Salt and black pepper

Procedure:

For the Salmon:
1) Season the salmon fillet with all the spices and herbs.
2) Heat a non-stick pan and add olive oil.
3) Add the salmon to the skillet, skin down first. Cook for a few minutes.
4) Flip the salmon carefully and continue cooking until thoroughly cooked. Set aside.

For the sauce:
1) Using a food processor, prepare all the ingredients.
2) Add the ingredients in the food processor.
3) Pulse on high until everything is coarsely chopped, about 1 minute.
4) Serve the salmon with pesto and a slice of lemon.

➡️ Nutritional Information:
Energy – 606.9 kcal
Protein – 38.4g
Fat – 46.9g
Carbohydrates – 3.9g

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