Description
Honey Garlic Butter Glazed Salmon with Asparagus is a mouthwatering dish that combines the richness of succulent salmon fillets with the vibrant crunch of asparagus, all enveloped in a sweet and savory glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress guests and create lasting memories around your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (approximately 1 lb)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice, stirring to combine and create the glaze.
- Wash and trim asparagus, tossing in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on one side of the baking sheet; arrange asparagus alongside.
- Generously brush half of the glaze over both salmon and asparagus.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily and asparagus is tender yet crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 362
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 531mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 78mg