Oven-Roasted Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted Asparagus
Juicy salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and tangy maple-Dijon sauce, oven-roasted alongside crisp tender asparagus spears. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp, divided olive oil
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus spears
- 1 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet and brush each fillet generously with half of the maple-Dijon glaze. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus spears with 2 tbsp olive oil, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Arrange asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet around the salmon.
- Step 4: Roast salmon and asparagus in the oven for 12 minutes. Remove from oven, brush salmon with remaining glaze, and roast for an additional 3-4 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over asparagus before serving alongside the glazed salmon.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Oven-Roasted Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze and 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze and 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 Oven-Roasted Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze and 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 Oven-Roasted Salmon with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted 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.
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