Williamsburg Sweet & Smoky Glazed Salmon
Pan-seared salmon fillets with a sticky-sweet glaze of honey, mustard, and smoked paprika, served with roasted asparagus for a restaurant-quality weeknight meal. This american-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 22 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, honey, Dijon mustard 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 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bunch, trimmed asparagus
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat salmon dry with paper towels and season skin-side with 1/8 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Place skin-side down in a cold ovenproof skillet, then set over medium heat.
- Step 2: Cook skin-side down for 6 minutes until crispy and golden, then flip salmon and cook for 3 minutes more until just opaque in the center.
- Step 3: Remove salmon from skillet and set aside. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add asparagus and garlic; cook for 4 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp and garlic is fragrant.
- Step 4: While asparagus cooks, whisk honey, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, remaining 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl. Pour glaze over asparagus and stir to coat.
- Step 5: Return salmon to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon glaze over top. Cook for 1 minute more to heat through, then remove from heat.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Williamsburg Sweet & Smoky Glazed Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Williamsburg Sweet & Smoky Glazed Salmon?
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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Williamsburg Sweet & Smoky Glazed Salmon?
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 Williamsburg Sweet & Smoky Glazed Salmon 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.
Is Williamsburg Sweet & Smoky Glazed Salmon gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
