Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus
Pan-seared salmon with a sticky-sweet maple glaze, served alongside tender asparagus spears. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs salmon fillets, asparagus, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 1, 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
- 6 oz salmon fillets
- 10 oz asparagus
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp and golden. Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more until opaque throughout.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp sesame oil until smooth.
- Step 4: Add asparagus to the skillet (skin-side up if using salmon skin), then pour maple glaze over everything. Cook for 4-5 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp and the glaze thickens into a glossy coating.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Maple-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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
