Sheet Pan Pesto Salmon

Ingredients

• 2 6-ounce portions Salmon fillets
• 4 tablespoons Basil pesto
• 1 bunch Asparagus
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 sliced Lemon(optional)
• to taste Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

2. 2

   Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and place them on the sheet pan along with the cherry tomatoes.

3. 3

   Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Move them to the sides of the pan to make room for the fish.

4. 4

   Place the salmon fillets in the center of the pan. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then spread 2 tablespoons of pesto over the top of each fillet.

5. 5

   Place lemon slices on top of the salmon or around the vegetables if desired.

6. 6

   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender.

7. 7

   Serve immediately, drizzling any pan juices over the fish.