Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Steamed Asparagus
Salmon fillets with a sweet-spicy glaze, served with tender asparagus. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, honey, sriracha sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 lemon
- 12 oz asparagus
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat 4 salmon fillets dry and season both sides with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp sriracha, and 1 tsp lemon juice (from 1 lemon) in a small bowl. Brush half the mixture over salmon fillets.
- Step 3: Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 12-14 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 4: While salmon cooks, steam 12 oz trimmed asparagus for 5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Brush remaining honey-sriracha glaze over salmon and serve immediately with steamed asparagus.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Steamed 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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Steamed 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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Steamed 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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Steamed 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-Sriracha Glazed Salmon with Steamed Asparagus?
American 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
- ★★★★★
Easy and delicious, great for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★★
The honey-sriracha glaze was perfect! My family loved the salmon and asparagus was tender.
- ★★★★☆
The salmon was slightly overcooked and the glaze was a bit bland for my taste.
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