Description
A delicious and easy-to-make recipe for Balsamic Glazed Salmon with Asparagus, perfect for a healthy and flavorful dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
Asparagus:
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (trimmed)
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare Salmon and Asparagus: Arrange the salmon fillets and asparagus on the sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Make Balsamic Glaze: In a small saucepan, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Glaze and Roast: Brush the glaze over the salmon and asparagus. Roast in the oven for 12–15 minutes until salmon is flaky and asparagus is tender.
- Serve: Optionally, sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
- You can double the glaze and serve extra on the side.
- For a caramelized flavor, broil the salmon for the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with asparagus
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
