Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Asparagus
Oven-roasted salmon glazed with a sweet and spicy honey-ginger sauce paired with sesame-seasoned asparagus for a balanced meal. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets, honey, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2, sliced thin green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 minced garlic cloves until combined.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the honey-ginger glaze.
- Step 3: Arrange 1 lb trimmed asparagus around the salmon. Drizzle asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Roast everything together in the oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle 2 sliced green onions over the salmon and asparagus before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 Sesame 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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame 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 Sesame 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 Salmon with Sesame 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.
