Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
Perfectly seared salmon with a sticky-sweet maple glaze, roasted alongside tender asparagus for a restaurant-quality dinner in 25 minutes. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, bunch (12 oz), trimmed asparagus, maple syrup 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
- 1 bunch (12 oz), trimmed asparagus
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss asparagus with 1/2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and garlic powder until fully combined.
- Step 3: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then brush generously with 1 tbsp of the maple glaze mixture. Place skin-side down on the baking sheet with asparagus.
- Step 4: Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through cooking.
- Step 5: Transfer salmon and asparagus to a plate, garnish with fresh lemon wedges, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Roasted 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 maple syrup from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted 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 Roasted 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?
American sheet pan 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.
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
