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Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Salmon With Asparagus

Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Salmon With Asparagus
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Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Salmon With Asparagus is an easy, healthy, and visually appealing dinner option featuring tender, flaky salmon and crisp asparagus coated in a sweet and savory honey glaze. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights, delivering balanced nutrition and bold flavors in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Vegetables

  • 4 salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed (about 1 lb)

Honey Glaze

  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well combined. This mixture will coat both your salmon and asparagus for maximum flavor.
  2. Arrange the salmon and asparagus: Line a sheet pan with foil or parchment paper. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on one side of the pan. Spread the trimmed asparagus spears evenly on the other side. Drizzle and brush the prepared honey glaze generously over both the salmon and asparagus, ensuring every bite is flavorful.
  3. Roast in the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender-crisp with caramelized tips.
  4. Broil for a finish: Switch the oven to broil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching closely to allow the honey glaze to bubble and slightly crisp without burning, creating a perfect caramelized finish.
  5. Serve and enjoy: Remove from the oven. Toss the asparagus briefly with any remaining glaze on the pan, then plate alongside the salmon fillets. Garnish as desired and serve immediately for a quick, healthy, and elegant meal.

Notes

  • Let salmon rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.
  • Snap off woody ends of asparagus to keep only tender portions.
  • Do not overcrowd the sheet pan to avoid steaming instead of roasting.
  • Adjust sweetness by tasting and tweaking honey and lemon juice ratios to your preference.
  • Line the pan with foil or parchment paper for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.

Nutrition

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