Pesto Salmon & Asparagus Foil Packs

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

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay out 4 foil sheets.
2. Place asparagus on each sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
3. Top with salmon, spread 1 tbsp pesto on each fillet. Add lemon slices if using.
4. 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

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare 4 foil sheets.
2. Divide asparagus among sheets, drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper.
3. Place salmon on top, spread 1 tbsp pesto per fillet. Add lemon if desired.
4. 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.