Salmon in foil with beans and pesto
2 servings
20 minutes
Salmon in foil with beans and pesto is a simple yet refined dish that embodies the harmony of Mediterranean cuisine. The recipe's history originates from the European tradition of baking fish with herbs and vegetables to preserve its juiciness and aroma. Salmon, with its delicate flavor and rich content of healthy fats, pairs wonderfully with fresh beans and spicy pesto sauce. Lemon juice and olive oil add refreshing citrus notes, while baking in foil helps retain all the flavors inside. The dish is perfect for both everyday dinners and festive tables. It can be served directly in foil envelopes, making the presentation elegant and convenient. Salmon with beans is beautifully complemented by young potatoes and fresh vegetables, creating a rich and balanced taste.
1
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2
Cut the stems of the bean pods.
3
Boil the beans in salted boiling water for 3-4 minutes.
- Green beans: 500 g
4
Cut 1 lemon in half.
- Lemon: 2 pieces
5
Tear off just under a meter of foil and fold it in half.
6
Place a handful of beans in the center of the foil.
- Green beans: 500 g
7
Place the salmon skin-side down on it and spread a tablespoon of pesto.
- Salmon: 400 g
- Pesto: 2 tablespoons
8
Sprinkle with olive oil, drizzle with juice from half a lemon, and season with salt and pepper.
- Olive oil: to taste
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Sea salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
9
Seal the edges of the foil and bake the envelope. Make another envelope with the remaining fillet and beans, placing both envelopes on a baking sheet.
- Green beans: 500 g
10
Prepare and serve salmon: Place the baking tray in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
11
Remove from the oven and let it sit for another minute, then carefully turn it over and check if the salmon is cooked.
12
Serve either directly in envelopes or carefully unfold them before serving.
13
It pairs excellently with lemon slices and young potatoes.
- Lemon: 2 pieces