Ingredients:

  • 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off (170g each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup prepared pesto, store-bought or homemade (60ml)

Instructions:

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on) in the hot skillet. Sear for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden brown (or flesh is lightly browned).
  3. Flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) using an instant-read thermometer.
  4. Remove salmon from skillet and place on serving plates. Spread each fillet evenly with pesto.
  5. Garnish with a lemon wedge (optional) and serve immediately.