Description
Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Salmon With Asparagus is a quick, flavorful, and healthy dinner that pairs succulent salmon fillets glazed with a sweet honey sauce alongside crisp asparagus, all roasted together on one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum taste. This balanced and vibrant meal is packed with omega-3s, fiber, vitamins, and perfect for any weeknight or casual dinner with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Vegetables
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
Honey Glaze
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Make the Honey Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth and fully combined.
- Arrange Salmon and Asparagus: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared sheet pan. Arrange the trimmed asparagus spears evenly around the salmon in a single layer to ensure even roasting.
- Glaze and Season: Brush the honey glaze generously over the salmon fillets and drizzle some over the asparagus. Sprinkle additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Roast: Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender but still crisp.
- Serve Immediately: Remove from the oven and serve hot, optionally garnished with lemon wedges or fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon fillets for the best texture and flavor.
- Arrange asparagus in a single layer to ensure even roasting without steaming.
- Apply the honey glaze lightly to prevent burning the sugars during cooking.
- Start checking the salmon for doneness at 12 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- Allow the salmon to rest a few minutes after cooking to redistribute juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with asparagus
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Sheet pan dinner, honey glazed salmon, asparagus recipe, healthy salmon dinner, quick salmon recipe, one pan meal, weeknight dinner
