Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 pound

Asparagus

halved lengthwise

0.5 cup

Pesto

4 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 pinch

Kosher Salt

to taste

1 pinch

Pepper

to taste

16 ounce

Salmon Fillet

8 slice

Prosciutto

4 unit

Lemon Wedges

for serving

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~2 min

Prepare the asparagus by slicing each stalk in half lengthwise.

Step 3
~2 min

Cut 4 large squares out of parchment paper.

Step 4
~2 min

Fold each square in half diagonally to form a triangle.

Step 5
~2 min

Open the parchment triangle and spread a large spoonful of pesto on one half.

Step 6
~2 min

Place a quarter of the asparagus spears on top of the pesto.

Step 7
~2 min

Drizzle the asparagus with 2 teaspoons of olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8
~2 min

Wrap a salmon fillet (about 4 ounces) in two slices of prosciutto.

Step 9
~2 min

Place the wrapped salmon on top of the asparagus.

Step 10
~2 min

Drizzle the salmon with the remaining teaspoon of olive oil.

Step 11
~2 min

Fold the other half of the parchment paper over the salmon and asparagus.

Step 12
~2 min

Starting at one end, pinch the paper over itself in small sections to seal the packet.

Step 13
~2 min

Repeat for the remaining three servings.

Step 14
~2 min

Place the sealed parchment packets on a sheet pan.

Step 15
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the salmon is tender and slightly translucent in the center.

Step 16
~2 min

The parchment paper will start to turn golden brown around the edges.

Step 17
~2 min

Carefully remove the packets from the oven and transfer to serving plates.

Step 18
~2 min

Let each person tear open their packet at the table, revealing the salmon, asparagus, and pesto.

Step 19
~2 min

Serve immediately with a lemon wedge.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the parchment paper is sealed tightly to prevent steam from escaping.

Adjust baking time based on the thickness of the salmon fillet.

Add other vegetables to the parchment packets, such as cherry tomatoes or zucchini.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pesto can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of quinoa or brown rice.

Serve with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread for dipping in the pesto sauce.

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and simple cooking methods.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas Eve
Easter
Summer Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Date Night
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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