PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH SUNFLOWER SEED PESTO

Vibrant homemade sunflower seed pesto, flaky pan-seared salmon, and crispy roasted broccoli come together in this surprisingly easy and highly satisfying meal.

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It's a fresh and simple crowd-pleasing take on pesto salmon, and it's ready in under 30 minutes!

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INGREDIENTS

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INSTRUCTIONS

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Put the baking sheet into the oven for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is soft and the florets are starting to get crispy.

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Dry the salmon well then season it with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large, ovenproof pan over medium-high heat.

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Once hot, add the salmon skin side down. Let the salmon cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes, or until the skin is nice and crispy.

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PAN-SEARED SALMON WITH SUNFLOWER SEED PESTO

Vibrant homemade sunflower seed pesto, flaky pan-seared salmon, and crispy roasted broccoli come together in this surprisingly easy and highly satisfying meal.

It's a fresh and simple crowd-pleasing take on pesto salmon, and it's ready in under 30 minutes!

INGREDIENTS

- Basil - Sunflower seeds - Lemon juice - Olive oil - Dill - Green onion - Garlic - Mayonnaise - Water

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees. Place the broccoli on a baking sheet and toss with olive oil and salt.

Put the baking sheet into the oven for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is soft and the florets are starting to get crispy.

Dry the salmon well then season it with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large, ovenproof pan over medium-high heat.

Once hot, add the salmon skin side down. Let the salmon cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes, or until the skin is nice and crispy.

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