Honey-Ginger Glazed Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Asparagus
A vibrant weeknight dinner with tender salmon glazed in sweet-tangy honey-ginger sauce and perfectly roasted asparagus for a balanced, nutrient-packed meal. This american-inspired quick meals (gluten-free, low-sodium) ready in about 29 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 385 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 12 oz, trimmed asparagus
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove until fully emulsified.
- Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then brush evenly with honey-ginger mixture.
- Step 4: Arrange 12 oz trimmed asparagus around salmon, drizzle with 1 tsp of the remaining oil, and sprinkle with 1 tsp lemon zest.
- Step 5: Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp with slightly charred edges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 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-Ginger Glazed Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill 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-Ginger Glazed Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill 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-Ginger Glazed Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill 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.
Is Honey-Ginger Glazed Baked Salmon with Lemon-Dill Asparagus gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, low-sodium based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
