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Sheet Pan Salmon with Snowpeas and Basil Pesto Cream Sauce

Cultural Context

Sheet pan meals have become a staple in American kitchens for their convenience and ease of cleanup. This dish combines nutritious salmon with vibrant snowpeas, all complemented by a rich basil pesto cream sauce. The use of fresh ingredients and simple techniques makes it a beloved choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Variations abound, with many opting for different vegetables or sauces to suit their tastes.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs salmon fillets
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 medium baked potatoes
8 oz snow peas
1/2 cup store-bought basil pesto
1/2 cup heavy cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Preheat the oven.

2

Prepare salmon fillets based on the number of servings needed.

3

Drizzle lemon juice over the salmon fillets.

4

Add a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper to the salmon.

5

Microwave baked potatoes for 4-5 minutes until they start to get wrinkly.

6

Coat the microwaved potatoes in olive oil for a crispy exterior.

7

Place the potatoes in the oven to crisp up for a few minutes.

8

Prepare snow peas by drizzling with lemon juice and adding salt, then mix together.

9

Arrange the salmon and snow peas on a sheet pan for cooking.

10

Bake in the oven for about 8-10 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and the snow peas are tender.

11

Remove the salmon and snow peas from the oven.

12

Mix store-bought basil pesto with a little cream to thin it out.

13

Drizzle the pesto cream sauce over the cooked salmon.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

sheet panmicrowave

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Allergens

milkfish

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