Williams' Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus
Perfectly seared salmon with a sweet-tangy maple glaze, served with crisp-tender roasted asparagus for a elegant yet simple meal. This mediterranean-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, bunch asparagus, maple syrup 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Trim woody ends from asparagus and arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt, and toss to coat. Roast for 12-14 minutes until tender-crisp and slightly charred at the tips.
- Step 2: While asparagus roasts, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp dijon mustard, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 3: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 4: Place salmon skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 4 minutes until skin is golden and crisp. Carefully flip salmon and spoon 1 tbsp glaze over each fillet.
- Step 5: Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 6-7 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Baste with remaining glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Step 6: Remove salmon from skillet, place on a plate with roasted asparagus, and drizzle with any remaining pan sauce. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Williams' Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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' Maple-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 Williams' Maple-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 Williams' Maple-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 Williams' Maple-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus?
Mediterranean 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
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to one pot dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.