Basil Salmon Recipes

AIR FRYER BASIL-PARMESAN SALMON

Steps:

• Preheat air fryer to 400F. Spritz the basket with olive oil.
• Season the salmon with lemon juice, salt and pepper.
• Mix the mayonnaise with basil and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
• Spread completely over the top of salmon. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
• In batches, air fry 7 minutes, or longer depending on thickness of the salmon.
• Preheat the oven to 425F. Spritz a sheet pan with olive oil.
• Season the salmon with lemon juice, salt and pepper.
• Mix the mayonnaise with basil and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
• Spread completely over the top of salmon. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
• Bake 10 to 12 minutes, depending on thickness of the salmon.

TOMATO BASIL SALMON

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a piece of aluminum foil, and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Place the salmon fillets onto the foil, sprinkle with basil, top with tomato slices, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
• Bake in the preheated oven until the salmon is opaque in the center, and the Parmesan cheese is lightly browned on top, about 20 minutes.

BASIL SALMON

Steps:

• For pesto, combine the basil, oil, garlic, pepper, lemon juice, salt and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. , Place the salmon in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Spread 2 tablespoons pesto over fillets. (Cover and refrigerate remaining pesto for another use.) , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-22 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

LEMON SALMON WITH BASIL

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°. Place salmon in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with lemon zest, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons basil; top with lemon slices., Bake 15-20 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. If desired, top with additional basil.

BASIL CAESAR SALMON

Steps:

• Place salmon in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Spoon the salad dressing over fillets; sprinkle with pepper. , Combine the croutons, Parmesan cheese and basil; sprinkle over fillets and gently press into dressing. Drizzle with oil. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

LEMON BASIL SALMON

Steps:

• Prepare campfire or grill for medium heat. Place each fillet, skin side down, on a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Mix melted butter, basil, lemon juice, salt and pepper; spoon over salmon. Fold foil around fish, sealing tightly., Cook on campfire or in covered grill until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-15 minutes. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.,

WHOLE-WHEAT SPAGHETTI WITH LEMON, BASIL, AND SALMON

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Add the garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
• Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon with salt and pepper. Add the fish to the pan and cook until medium-rare, about 2 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fish. Remove the salmon from the pan.
• Add the basil, capers, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the spaghetti mixture and toss to combine. Set out 4 serving plates or shallow bowls. Place 1/2 cup spinach in each bowl. Top with 1/4 of the pasta. Top each mound of pasta with a piece of salmon. Serve immediately.

FRESH BASIL AND TOMATO SALMON

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking pan with aluminum foil.
• Drizzle olive oil onto the prepared pan in an area slightly larger than the salmon fillet. Place tomatoes in a layer on the oiled foil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer basil over top and place salmon on the basil. Squeeze lemon over salmon and season again with salt and pepper.
• Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 30 to 40 minutes.

BAKED SALMON WITH BASIL AND LEMON THYME CRUST

Steps:

• Rub 1/2 teaspoon olive oil over the salmon and season lightly with salt and pepper. Transfer salmon to the center of the grill pan.
• Place asparagus in a bowl. Drizzle 1 1/2 teaspoon olive oil over asparagus; season with salt and pepper. Mix well and arrange around salmon.
• Place garlic cloves in a food processor or blender; process until crushed. Add Parmesan cheese, basil, lemon juice, lemon thyme, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; blend well. Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil and bread crumbs; pulse until well mixed.
• Top salmon with herb mixture, forming a crust.
• Set Panasonic Countertop Induction Oven to "Auto Cook". Select Fish with Vegetables setting. Place the grill pan in the oven and cook until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender, about 18 minutes.