Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
Pan-seared salmon with sticky honey-ginger glaze served alongside crisp-tender asparagus. This american-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, olive oil, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp, minced fresh ginger
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 12 oz, trimmed asparagus
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Roast for 12 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp minced fresh ginger, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
- Step 3: Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, place skin-side down in skillet, and cook for 4 minutes until skin is crispy. Flip salmon, spoon glaze over top, and transfer skillet to oven. Bake for 5 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger 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-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger 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-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Salmon with Roasted Asparagus gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free 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.
- ★★★★★
I've tried many seafood recipes and this is hands down the best.
