Summit Savor Grilled Salmon with Mountain Herb Pesto
The "Summit Savor Grilled Salmon with Mountain Herb Pesto" is a culinary journey inspired by the robust flavors of mountain herbs and the pristine freshness of wild-caught salmon. This dish elevates the dining experience with perfectly grilled salmon fillets, generously topped with a vibrant mountain herb pesto, creating a symphony of tastes that echo the purity and richness of mountain landscapes.
- 4 salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 2 cups fresh mountain herbs (such as basil, thyme, and rosemary)
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- Assorted vegetables (bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, zucchini)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, basil)
- 1. Marinate and Grill Salmon:
1- In a bowl, coat salmon fillets with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2- Let the salmon marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3- Grill salmon fillets skin-side down over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
4- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the grilled salmon before serving.
- 2. Prepare Mountain Herb Pesto:
1- In a food processor, combine fresh mountain herbs, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and pulse until finely chopped.
2- With the processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth consistency.
3- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3. Roast Vegetables:
1- Toss assorted vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2- Roast in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
- 4. Assemble and Garnish:
1- Place grilled salmon fillets on a platter.
2- Drizzle each fillet generously with mountain herb pesto.
3- Surround the salmon with roasted vegetables.
4- Garnish the dish with fresh herbs.