Sheet Pan Pesto Salmon

Creating this Sheet Pan Pesto Salmon

Sheet pan meals are nothing new, but certainly new to me.

Do you like making sheet pan meals? I’ve seen many recipes with chicken and veggies but would love to explore more options!

The trick is choosing foods to go on the pan that approximately all need about the same cooking time.

This is why I chose the salmon with asparagus and roasted cherry tomatoes. I knew they would all be about 15-20 minutes in the oven. If I chose to make salmon and potatoes, I know the the salmon would be cooked but the potatoes would still need more time in the oven!

This was so easy, tasty, healthy and took no time to clean up. (Ok, well maybe 6 minutes). It’s an all around winning situation especially for those busy weeknights that fly by. 

Ingredients needed to make Sheet Pan Salmon

2 salmon fillets ~6 oz. each

1 bunch asparagus

1.5 cup cherry tomatoes sliced in half

Pesto – store bought or homemade

Extra virgin Olive Oil

Salt and pepper

Non-stick cooking spray

How to make Sheet Pan Salmon

Preheat oven to 400° F.

Spray sheet pan with non stick spray and set aside.

In a small bowl, mix halved tomatoes with ~1 Tbsp olive oil and salt and pepper. Place on sheet pan.

Place salmon in the middle of sheet pan and spread pesto on top. ~2 Tbsp. pesto for each filet.

Place asparagus on other side of salmon, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook in oven for 15-20 minutes, depending on thickness of salmon. Enjoy as is or with a side of pasta!

*Salmon should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145° F.

I have made a recipe video to show you just how easy this is to make!

Tips for making the best sheet pan salmon

Place the salmon in the middle of the sheet pan! This is where they’ll absorb the most heat! Then scatter the vegetables on both sides of the salmon.

Dice the veggies in similar sizes – and change the veggies up! Just be mindful of needing everything on the pan to cook at the same time so choose proteins and veggies that have similar cook times. Other vegetable ideas:

• Broccoli
• Potatoes (small dice)
• Zucchini
• Bell Peppers
• Brussels Sprouts

Try not to overcrowd the pan. You can everything to cook up evenly and not get soggy.

Use a commercial grade half sheet pan! (18×13 inches)

Hope you enjoy and make a sheet pan meal for yourself sometime soon!

Other sheet pan meals and salmon recipes you will love

Salmon with Strawberry Salsa

Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies

Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos

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Sheet Pan Salmon

This Sheet Pan Pesto Salmon uses simple ingredients and dinner made under 30 minutes. Pair with a whole grain pasta and voila!

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Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 2 people

Calories: 457kcal

Author: Tawnie Graham of Kroll’s Korner

Equipment

• Sheet Pan (18×13 inches)

Ingredients

Ingredients

• ▢ 2 (6oz.) salmon fillets
• ▢ 1 bunch asparagus
• ▢ 1 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (about 8 oz.) diced in half
• ▢ 1/2 cup Pesto – store bought or homemade
• ▢ 2-3 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• ▢ Salt and pepper (heavy pinch!)
• ▢ Non-stick spray

Instructions

Directions

• Preheat oven to 400° F.
• Spray sheet pan with non-stick spray and set aside.
• In a small bowl, mix halved tomatoes with ~1-2 Tbsp. olive oil and salt and pepper. Place on sheet pan.
• Place salmon in the middle of sheet pan and spread a heaping spoonful of pesto on top.
• Place asparagus on other side of salmon, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook in oven for 15-20 minutes, depending on thickness of salmon. Enjoy as is or with a side of pasta!

Video

Notes

*Salmon should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145° F.

 

My favorite pesto:
1/2 large avocado or 1 small avocado
1/4 cup avocado oil or EVOO
2 bunches of fresh basil
1/3 cup fresh Parmesan, shredded
1/2 cup pine nuts (or walnuts)
1 Tbsp. hemp seeds
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

*Blend all ingredients together in a food processor, add more oil or juice to get desired consistency. 

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.8g | Protein: 22.7g

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