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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe with Asparagus for Perfect Dinners

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy skin salmon glazed with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, roasted alongside tender asparagus for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces (170 g) each
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and spreadable.
  3. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and place the spears on one side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat. Spread evenly.
  4. Pat the salmon skin dry with paper towels. Place the fillets skin-side down on the other half of the baking sheet.
  5. Brush the honey mustard glaze generously on the top and sides of each salmon fillet, avoiding the skin side.
  6. If using, tuck lemon slices around the asparagus and salmon.
  7. Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp and salmon flakes easily with a fork. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Check salmon doneness with a meat thermometer: 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare or 145°F (63°C) for fully cooked.
  9. Serve immediately, plating salmon with asparagus and drizzling any pan juices over the top.

Notes

Pat salmon skin dry before roasting to ensure crispiness. Avoid glazing the skin side to prevent burning. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crispiness but watch closely. For thicker asparagus, slice lengthwise or roast longer. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 2 days; reheat gently in oven at 300°F to maintain texture.

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