Maple-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

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Oven-roasted salmon fillets brushed with a tangy maple-mustard glaze served alongside crisp-tender roasted asparagus for a balanced, flavorful meal. This general-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, trimmed asparagus spears, pure maple syrup 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp pure maple syrup and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with the maple-mustard glaze.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus spears with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until coated.
  4. Step 4: Arrange the asparagus in a single layer alongside the salmon on the baking sheet.
  5. Step 5: Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven, let salmon rest for 2 minutes, then serve with the roasted asparagus immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Mustard 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-Mustard 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 trimmed asparagus spears from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Mustard 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-Mustard 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-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?

General 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.

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