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Cod Salad with Basil-Walnut Pesto, cherry tomatoes, pumpkin seeds and avocado - a low-carb, keto, paleo, whole30 dinner recipe | TheRoastedRoot.net
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Cod Salad with Basil-Walnut Pesto

This Atlantic cod salad with spring greens, avocado, pumpkin seeds, cherry tomatoes and basil-walnut pesto is a nutritious low-carb dinner recipe.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 602kcal
Author: Julia

Ingredients

For the Cod:

Basil-Walnut Pesto

  • 1 cup raw walnuts roasted
  • 2 cups fresh basil packed
  • 1/2 to 1 cup avocado oil to desired consistency
  • 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt to taste

For the Salad:

  • 5 to 10 ounces Spring greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 to 2 avocados peeled and sliced
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds roasted

Instructions

Prepare the Cod:

  • Prepare the marinade by combining all ingredients in a small blender and blend until combined. Place fish in a sealable container or bag with the marinade and allow it to marinate at least 15 minutes, up to 8 hours.
  • When you’re ready to bake the cod, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Transfer the fish, along with the marinade, to a casserole dish. Bake on the center rack of the preheated oven 20 to 30 minutes, until fish is completely white in the center and cooked through.

Make Basil-Walnut Pesto:

  • Spread walnuts on a baking sheet and roast at 375 degrees for 5 to 8 minutes, just until golden-brown. Allow walnuts to cool completely then transfer them to a food processor. Add the basil, lemon juice and sea salt and pulse until chopped. Leave the food processor on and stream the oil through the opening in the top. Use the amount of oil you like for your desired consistency.

Make the Salad

  • Add desired amount of greens to a large serving bowl. Toss in desired amount of pesto sauce and use two wooden spoons or salad tossers to toss together until greens are well-coated in pesto sauce.
  • Toss in the cherry tomatoes, avocado, and pumpkin seeds.
  • Serve cod with heaping platefuls of salad with additional pesto on top!

Nutrition

Serving: 1of 4 | Calories: 602kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 46g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g