Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Salmon Asparagus Recipe
This Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Salmon Asparagus Recipe is quick, healthy and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
- 1 lb fresh asparagus trimmed
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Prepare the Asparagus
- Trim the tough ends off asparagus. Place them on the sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper.
Arrange Salmon
- Place salmon fillets on the sheet pan next to asparagus. Season with salt and black pepper lightly.
Make Honey Garlic Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic and lemon juice until smooth.
Brush Sauce on Salmon
- Brush half of the sauce over salmon fillets. Reserve the rest for later baking.
Roast in Oven
- Place the sheet pan in the oven. Roast for 8 minutes to start cooking salmon and asparagus.
Add Remaining Sauce
- After 8 minutes, brush the remaining sauce over salmon and asparagus. Continue roasting for 7 more minutes.
Check for Doneness
- Salmon should flake easily with a fork. Asparagus should be tender but still crisp. Roast a few more minutes if needed.
Serve Immediately
- Transfer salmon and asparagus to plates. Drizzle any pan juices over the top for extra flavor.
Garnish and Enjoy
- Serve with lemon wedges. Optional: sprinkle with chopped parsley or sesame seeds for garnish.
Notes
- Cut asparagus uniformly to ensure even cooking.
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor; garlic powder is less aromatic.
- Add cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for more color.
- Swap honey with maple syrup for a vegan version using tofu instead of salmon.
- Serve with cooked rice, quinoa, or roasted potatoes to make it a complete meal.
- Marinate salmon in the honey garlic sauce for 15 minutes before cooking for deeper flavor.