Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus
Tender salmon fillets glazed in a bright lemon-orange sauce, roasted alongside crisp asparagus and cherry tomatoes until perfectly tender. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs salmon fillets, asparagus, cherry tomatoes 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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) skinless salmon fillets
- 12 oz trimmed asparagus
- 8 oz halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper on a sheet pan.
- Step 2: Roast vegetables for 10 minutes while preparing sauce: whisk lemon juice, orange juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper in a small bowl.
- Step 3: Place salmon on sheet pan over vegetables. Brush each fillet with 1 tbsp sauce, then drizzle remaining sauce over top. Roast 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Let rest 3 minutes before serving with pan juices.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Citrus-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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Salmon with 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Salmon with 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
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Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
