Sheet Pan Maple-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
Tender salmon fillets brushed with a sweet and tangy maple-mustard glaze, roasted alongside crisp-tender asparagus spears for a quick, flavorful meal. This seafood-inspired sheet pan ready in about 25 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, trimmed asparagus spears, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 1 lb, trimmed asparagus spears
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on one side of the sheet and 1 lb trimmed asparagus spears on the other side.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Brush the maple-mustard glaze evenly over the salmon fillets. Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the asparagus and toss them gently to coat.
- Step 4: Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and asparagus is tender-crisp with slight caramelization on the tips.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and serve the glazed salmon alongside the roasted asparagus immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Maple-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 Maple-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 6 oz each salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Maple-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 Maple-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 Maple-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?
Seafood 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.
