Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes
Perfectly seared salmon with a sticky-sweet maple glaze, roasted alongside crisp-tender asparagus and juicy cherry tomatoes in a single sheet pan. This pacific-inspired sheet pan ready in about 25 minutes pairs bunch (300g), trimmed asparagus, (150g) cherry tomatoes, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 (6 oz / 170g each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 1 bunch (300g), trimmed asparagus
- 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange 1 bunch trimmed asparagus and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes on a large sheet pan; drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch of black pepper, then toss to coat.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
- Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on the sheet pan, then brush each fillet generously with the maple glaze mixture.
- Step 4: Roast for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque in the center and flakes easily with a fork, basting once halfway through with reserved glaze.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, sprinkle with extra black pepper if desired, and serve immediately with the roasted vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes?
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 (150g) cherry tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes?
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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes 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 Maple-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes?
Pacific sheet pan 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
- ★☆☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
