Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Grilled Asparagus
Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, paired with tender grilled asparagus spears. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, olive oil, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 lb trimmed asparagus spears
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to form the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place fillets skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until crispy.
- Step 3: Flip salmon and brush generously with half the honey-garlic glaze. Cook for another 3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
- Step 4: Toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Grill asparagus on a preheated grill pan over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until tender and slightly charred. Serve salmon topped with remaining glaze alongside grilled asparagus.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Grilled Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Grilled Asparagus?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Grilled Asparagus?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Grilled Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Grilled Asparagus?
Asian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved it! So easy and delicious, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★★
This was amazing! My family loved the honey-garlic glaze on the salmon, and the asparagus was perfectly charred.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe, but the glaze was slightly bland for my taste. Next time I'll add more garlic.
