Basil Pesto Salmon with Crispy Capers

This is the recipe that makes people think you've been cooking all day when you've actually been at it for 25 minutes. Saucrs! Basil Pesto forms a vibrant, herby crust on the salmon as it roasts, and the crispy capers add a salty, briny crunch that takes the whole dish to another level. Serve with a simple salad or roasted vegetables and call it a win.

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
• 4 tbsp Saucrs! Basil Pesto
• 3 tbsp capers, drained and patted dry
• 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh dill or basil, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prep the salmon — Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Spread 1 tbsp Saucrs! Basil Pesto over the top of each fillet.
2. Roast — Place salmon on a lightly oiled baking sheet, pesto-side up. Roast for 12–15 minutes until cooked through and the pesto is set and fragrant.
3. Crisp the capers — While salmon roasts, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add capers and fry for 2–3 minutes until crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels.
4. Make the lemon butter — In the same pan, melt butter over low heat. Add lemon juice and zest, swirl to combine.
5. Serve — Plate salmon, drizzle with lemon butter, scatter crispy capers on top, and garnish with fresh dill or basil.