Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic Broccoli
Tender salmon fillets glazed with a bright citrus-honey sauce roasted alongside garlicky broccoli for an easy, flavorful dinner. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs about 6 oz each salmon fillets, broccoli florets, honey 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 pieces, about 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 minced garlic cloves until well combined.
- Step 2: On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss 4 cups broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Spread broccoli evenly on one side.
- Step 3: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets and place on the other side of the baking sheet. Brush the citrus-honey glaze generously over the salmon.
- Step 4: Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and broccoli edges are caramelized.
- Step 5: While roasting, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a small pan over medium heat, sauté remaining 2 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant, then drizzle over cooked broccoli before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic Broccoli 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic Broccoli?
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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic Broccoli?
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-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic Broccoli 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 Sheet Pan Citrus-Honey Glazed Salmon with Garlic Broccoli?
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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