This easy and healthy one-pan salmon and asparagus recipe is perfect when I need dinner on the table fast. It’s quick and easy to prep, and cleanup is a breeze! My honey garlic salmon is ready to serve in less than 30 minutes, and it’s a flavorful dinner that my whole family loves.
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We have fish for dinner at least a couple of times a week, and this honey garlic salmon and asparagus is my latest obsession. Everyone enjoys eating it, and I love that it’s super quick to make! It’s perfectly sweet and salty and there are never any leftovers!
What’s in This Salmon and Asparagus Recipe?
- Salmon: I used an Atlantic salmon side for this recipe, but you could also use pre-cut fillets. Other firm fish like cod, hake, or pollock also work well.
- Spices: Cayenne pepper and ground paprika add a bit of spice to the dish.
- Butter: Salted butter adds richness to the dish.
- Garlic: Minced garlic in oil enhances the savory flavor of the dish.
- Honey: Adds a touch of floral sweetness.
- Lemon Juice: Adds a hit of acid to balance out the sweetness.
- Asparagus: The perfect side to go with salmon!
- Olive Oil: Helps the asparagus cook without burning.
Tips for Success
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets.
- The salmon is cooked when the flesh flakes away with a fork.
- I like to serve the salmon with the skin on as it gets nice and crispy. If you prefer, you can serve the salmon without the skin, but it’s best to cook it with skin for a richer flavor.
How to Store and Reheat
This salmon and asparagus is best served as soon as it’s made, but if you have leftovers they will keep well covered in the fridge for 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating in a 275°F oven for 15 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
This honey garlic salmon and asparagus is a great one-pan meal all by itself. If you want to add a starch, I recommend basmati rice, mashed potatoes, or German potato salad.
5-Star Review
“OMG!!! I am a horrible cook and this turned out amazing!!! It was so easy! My teenage son devoured it and ask me to make it again. Thank you so much for sharing your recipes!!”-Kendra
Honey Garlic Salmon and Asparagus Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ pound Atlantic salmon side cut into 6-ounce portions
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground paprika
- 2 tablespoons salted butter (¼ stick)
- 4 cloves minced garlic in oil
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 pound fresh asparagus trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the salmon dry and cut it into 4 (6-ounce) filets. If you have extra, keep the extra for an additional meal. Season with salt and pepper to taste and then cayenne pepper and paprika. Set aside.1½ pound Atlantic salmon side, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon ground paprika
- Heat a large skillet over medium/high heat. Add the butter and allow to melt.2 tablespoons salted butter
- Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.4 cloves minced garlic in oil
- Stir in the honey, lemon juice, and water. Whisk to combine. Allow to cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbling and slightly reduced.4 tablespoons honey, 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon water
- Add the salmon, skin side down, to the skillet. Baste in the sauce.
- Add the asparagus around the salmon. Drizzle the asparagus with the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.1 pound fresh asparagus, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cook the salmon on medium, covered and skin side down, for 15 minutes.
- Turn your oven to broil. Uncover the skillet and place in the oven to broil for 3-5 minutes or until the salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F. If your asparagus is thin and you're worried about burning, you can remove the asparagus from the skillet before broiling.
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Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Make Honey Garlic Salmon and Asparagus Step by Step
Prep the Salmon: Pat 1½ pounds of Atlantic salmon dry and cut it into 4 (6-ounce) filets. If you have extra, keep the extra for an additional meal. Season with salt and pepper to taste and then ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper and ½ teaspoon of ground paprika. Set aside.
Melt the Butter: Heat a large skillet over medium/high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of salted butter and allow to melt.
Cook the Garlic: Add 4 cloves of minced garlic in oil and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
Make the Sauce: Stir in 4 tablespoons of honey, 1½ tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of water. Whisk to combine. Allow to cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbling and slightly reduced.
Baste the Salmon: Add the salmon, skin side down, to the skillet. Baste in the sauce.
Add the Asparagus: Add 1 pound of asparagus around the salmon. Drizzle the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cook the salmon on medium, covered and skin side down, for 15 minutes.
Broil and Serve: Turn your oven to broil. Uncover the skillet and place in the oven to broil for 3-5 minutes or until the salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F. If your asparagus is thin and you’re worried about burning, you can remove the asparagus from the skillet before broiling.
Oh I changed to broccoli
Modifications are welcomed and encouraged!
Recipe was easy and looks and taste great
That looks amazing with the Broccoli, Bob!
Followed the recipe, except I put it in aluminum foil and cooked it on my treggor. It turned out excellent 👍 Will do it again for sure.
Thanks for sharing, Lori!
Omg this recipe is one of our family favorites thanks so much
Thanks for letting us know!