Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
Oven-roasted salmon fillets glazed with a sticky honey-garlic sauce served alongside crisp roasted asparagus. This international-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs salmon fillets, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (5 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb, woody ends trimmed asparagus
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 4 salmon fillets (5 oz each) on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Season each fillet with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Arrange 1 lb trimmed asparagus around the salmon and drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil. Toss asparagus gently to coat.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice until combined.
- Step 4: Brush the honey-garlic glaze evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Step 5: Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Step 6: Spoon any extra glaze from the pan over the salmon before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Roasted Asparagus?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Roasted 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 Roasted Asparagus?
International 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
- ★★★★★
A quick and healthy dinner that impressed my husband. The asparagus was roasted to perfection.
- ★★★★★
This salmon was incredibly moist and the honey-garlic glaze was perfect. My family devoured it!
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe, but the glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste. Otherwise, the salmon was cooked well.
