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One Pan Honey Garlic Salmon with Asparagus served on a plate.

One Pan Honey Garlic Salmon with Asparagus

A quick and easy one pan meal featuring sticky honey garlic salmon and crisp tender asparagus, ready in under 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon and Asparagus
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets, about 5 to 6 ounces each
  • 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons butter or olive oil Choose based on preference
  • 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for a tiny kick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels to help it sear, and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Trim the ends of the asparagus and toss the spears with a little oil and a pinch of salt.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet on medium to medium-high heat and add butter or oil.
  2. Place salmon fillets in the pan, skin side down if applicable, and cook without moving them for about 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Push the salmon to one side of the pan, add more butter if necessary, and then add the minced garlic. Stir for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Stir and let bubble for 30 to 60 seconds until slightly thickened.
  5. Nestle the asparagus into the sauce around the salmon, cover the pan, and cook for 2 to 4 minutes until the asparagus is crisp-tender and salmon is cooked through.
Serving
  1. Taste the sauce and adjust brightness with lemon juice or add red pepper flakes for heat before spooning over salmon and asparagus.

Notes

For best results, dry the salmon thoroughly and monitor the cooking time based on thickness. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.