Williams' Honey-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus
Perfectly seared salmon with a sweet-tangy honey glaze, paired with crisp-tender asparagus for a balanced weeknight meal. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 33 minutes pairs salmon fillets, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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
- 1 lb salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 12 oz asparagus
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1 lb salmon fillets dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and sear for 4 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Pour half the glaze over salmon and cook for 3 more minutes, basting occasionally, until salmon reaches 145°F internally.
- Step 3: Transfer salmon to a plate. Add 12 oz trimmed asparagus to the skillet with 1/2 tbsp olive oil. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender and slightly charred.
- Step 4: Brush remaining glaze over asparagus, then sprinkle with 1 tsp lemon zest. Serve salmon alongside asparagus with extra glaze drizzled on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Williams' Honey-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 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 Williams' Honey-Glazed Salmon with 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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Williams' Honey-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 Williams' Honey-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.
What goes well with Williams' Honey-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus?
American one pot 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
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
