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Easy Honey Dijon Glazed Salmon with Asparagus

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A quick and easy salmon dish featuring a sweet and tangy honey Dijon glaze paired with perfectly roasted asparagus. Ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces each
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling asparagus
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: fresh thyme or parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place skin-side down on one side of the baking sheet.
  4. Trim asparagus and arrange on the other side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to coat.
  5. Brush the honey Dijon glaze evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
  6. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon reaches an internal temperature of 125-130°F (52-54°C) and asparagus is tender but crisp.
  7. Optional: Broil for the last 2 minutes to caramelize the glaze, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Remove from oven and let salmon rest for 3-5 minutes.
  9. Serve salmon with roasted asparagus, garnished with fresh thyme or parsley and a lemon wedge if desired.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before glazing to help the glaze stick and caramelize. Avoid overcooking salmon; it continues to cook while resting. Rotate baking sheet halfway through if garlic browns too fast. Optional broil step caramelizes glaze but watch closely to prevent burning.

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Keywords: salmon, honey Dijon glaze, asparagus, quick dinner, easy recipe, healthy, weeknight meal, gluten-free, low-carb

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