Pesto Salmon with Asparagus
A wonderfully uncomplicated dish that transforms wholesome ingredients into something truly special. This Pesto Salmon with Asparagus is simple to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets on the sheet.
- Spread pesto sauce generously over each salmon fillet.
- Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Arrange the seasoned asparagus around the salmon on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
Check for freshness of the ingredients and avoid overcooking the salmon for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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