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Pesto Salmon in Parchment Paper Recipe

Pesto Salmon in Parchment Paper Recipe for Flavorful Easy Dinners

This Pesto Salmon in Parchment Paper recipe offers an easy, flavorful dinner option packed with omega-3s and minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Fillet Skin-on for maximum moisture and flavor.
For the Pesto
  • 1/3 cup Spinach Pesto Can be swapped with basil or kale pesto.
For Cooking
  • 1 sheet Parchment Paper Essential for wrapping the salmon.
  • 1 piece Kitchen Twine Used to secure the parchment packet.
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For presentation.
  • 1 whole Lemon Cut into wedges for serving.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Kitchen Twine

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Cut a long strip of parchment paper, about 15 inches in length, and place it on a baking sheet.
  3. Lay the salmon fillet skin-side down in the center of the parchment paper.
  4. Spoon approximately ⅓ cup of spinach pesto over the salmon fillet, spreading it evenly across the top.
  5. Fold the edges of the parchment paper over the salmon to create a sealed packet and tie it with kitchen twine.
  6. Place the parchment packet in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the parchment packet from the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  8. Carefully unwrap the parchment packet and transfer the salmon to a serving plate. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure all edges of the parchment are tightly folded to keep moisture in. Use fresh, wild-caught salmon for the best flavor.

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