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Easy One-Pan Balsamic Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring salmon fillets glazed with a tangy-sweet balsamic sauce and roasted asparagus, perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb / 450 g), trimmed
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus stalks (about 1-2 inches). Pat dry with a paper towel.
  4. Arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Place the asparagus on the other side in a single layer.
  5. Drizzle olive oil evenly over the asparagus and salmon. Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste on both.
  6. Brush the balsamic glaze generously over the top of each salmon fillet, reserving a little glaze for drizzling later.
  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and asparagus is tender-crisp and lightly caramelized.
  8. Remove from oven. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon and asparagus, then sprinkle with lemon zest.
  9. Serve immediately, drizzling with any leftover glaze.

Notes

Dry salmon skin with paper towels before roasting to help it crisp. Brush glaze on just before roasting to prevent burning. Adjust roasting time if salmon fillets are thicker than 1 inch. For vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup and salmon with tofu or tempeh. Leftovers store well up to 2 days; reheat gently to avoid drying out.

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