Atlantic Salmon Pesto Spaghetti

Recipe courtesy of Great Australian Seafood

Ingredients

• 2 portions (approx. 260g) Tassal salmon fillets, skin-off
• 200g spaghetti
• ½ tbsp olive oil
• ¼ cup pesto sauce
• 30g roasted pine nuts
• Shaved parmesan for serving
• Handful fresh basil leaves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rapid boil and add the spaghetti. Cook as per packet instructions until al dente.
2. Heat the olive oil in a small frying pan, add salmon fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove from heat. Cool slightly and break into pieces.
3. Drain the spaghetti and place into a large bowl. Stir through the pesto sauce.
4. Add salmon, half the pine nuts and basil leaves. Toss lightly.
5. Top with shaved parmesan, freshly ground black pepper, the remaining pine nuts and fresh basil leaves.
6. Serve immediately with a fresh garden salad and crusty bread.