Simplify spring dinners with these Pesto Salmon & Asparagus Foil Packs, ready in 25 minutes! Juicy salmon and crisp asparagus are baked in foil with flavorful pesto—perfect for a healthy, no-mess weeknight meal.
Why It’s Awesome
This foil-pack recipe highlights spring asparagus and rich salmon, elevated by zesty pesto. It’s quick, nutritious, and cleanup-free—ideal for busy nights.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (4-6 oz each)
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 4 tbsp basil pesto
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Optional: lemon slices
How to Make It
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay out 4 foil sheets.
- Place asparagus on each sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Top with salmon, spread 1 tbsp pesto on each fillet. Add lemon slices if using.
- Seal foil packs, bake 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily. Serve hot.
Recipe Card: Pesto Salmon & Asparagus Foil Packs
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Total Time: 25 min
Servings: 4
Calories: 320 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (4-6 oz each)
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 4 tbsp basil pesto
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Optional: 4 lemon slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare 4 foil sheets.
- Divide asparagus among sheets, drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Place salmon on top, spread 1 tbsp pesto per fillet. Add lemon if desired.
- Seal packs, bake 15-20 min until salmon flakes. Serve hot.
Notes
- Store leftovers in fridge up to 2 days.
- Swap asparagus for green beans if preferred.
