Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
A simple sheet pan dinner featuring tender salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-mustard sauce, paired with lightly roasted asparagus spears. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs about 6 oz each salmon fillets, trimmed asparagus, 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
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth and glossy.
- Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on a large rimmed sheet pan. Arrange 1 lb trimmed asparagus spears around the salmon. Drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil evenly over the asparagus and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Step 3: Brush the honey-mustard glaze generously over the tops of the salmon fillets. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender-crisp with slight caramelized edges.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Honey-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 Sheet Pan Honey-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 from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Honey-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 Sheet Pan Honey-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 Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?
Mediterranean 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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