Honey-Lime Glazed Salmon with Asparagus
Perfectly seared salmon with a sweet-tangy glaze that makes it the best dinner for entertaining guests. This asian-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, honey, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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), skin-on salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until combined.
- Step 2: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 6 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
- Step 3: Flip salmon, pour honey-lime glaze evenly over top, and cook for 4-5 minutes more until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus with 1 tsp sesame oil and roast at 400°F for 12 minutes until tender-crisp. Garnish salmon with asparagus and toasted sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Lime Glazed Salmon with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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-Lime Glazed Salmon with 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-Lime Glazed Salmon with 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-Lime Glazed Salmon with 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-Lime Glazed Salmon with 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
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
