Description
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus is a delightful dish that marries sweet and savory flavors, making it perfect for any occasion. The succulent salmon fillets are coated in a rich honey-garlic glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, while crisp-tender asparagus adds a nutritious and colorful touch to your plate. This recipe is quick to prepare, ensuring you can enjoy a gourmet meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 lb asparagus spears
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes until combined.
- Marinate salmon fillets in half of the marinade for about 15 minutes.
- On a baking sheet, arrange asparagus and drizzle with olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Place marinated salmon alongside or on top of asparagus on the same baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily; drizzle remaining marinade over salmon before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg