Maple-Glazed Salmon with Charred Asparagus
Salmon fillets glazed with maple and soy, served with perfectly charred asparagus for a quick weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, maple syrup, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 lb asparagus
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat salmon dry and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl.
- Step 3: Brush half the maple mixture over salmon fillets, reserving the rest for later.
- Step 4: Toss asparagus with 1 tsp sesame seeds and spread on a separate baking sheet.
- Step 5: Roast salmon for 12 minutes and asparagus for 15 minutes until salmon is opaque and asparagus is tender-crisp with light char marks.
- Step 6: Drizzle remaining maple mixture over salmon and garnish with lemon slices and extra sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Salmon with Charred 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Charred 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Charred 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 Charred 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Charred 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
- ★★★★★
Easily my new favorite salmon recipe. The charred asparagus was the star!
- ★★★★★
The maple glaze caramelized perfectly. Even my picky husband asked for seconds.
- ★★★★★
My kids devoured the salmon and asparagus—such a crowd-pleaser for dinner parties!
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