Honey Citrus Salmon with Asparagus

This Honey Citrus Salmon recipe makes tender, flaky salmon topped with a deliciously sweet citrus sauce! This dish comes together in under 30 minutes and only requires a few ingredients. This salmon pairs well with your favorite veggies or rice making dinner a breeze.

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Why You’ll Love This

• It’s quick and easy to make, especially when you need a meal on the table in under 30 minutes.
• If you don’t have lemons, I have tried this recipe with oranges, which is super tasty.
• The sweet and savory sauce is delicious, and you’ll be drizzling it all over the veggies too!
• If you are looking for an easy weeknight dinner, this is the sheet pan meal to make.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Salmon – use any cut of salmon for this recipe. I prefer to keep the skin on when cooking.

Ghee – Ghee, or clarified butter, adds a rich, nutty flavor to the glaze for the salmon.

Honey – the honey balances out the tartness of the citrus and adds a touch of sweetness to the glaze.

Garlic – Garlic adds depth of flavor to the glaze and pairs well with honey and citrus.

Lemon – The citrus in the recipe, lemon, adds a bright, tangy flavor to the glaze and helps to tenderize the salmon while it bakes.

Avocado Oil – Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is what I like to use for cooking. Feel free to substitute for olive oil.

Other Ingredients – Salt and pepper enhance the overall flavor of the dish, while oregano and dill add a hint of herby depth. Asparagus, or your favorite veggie, adds some greens to this dish.

Let’s Bake!

Step 1:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:

Next, place the salmon filets skin-side down on the baking sheet and season with salt and pepper

Step 3:

Mix the ghee, honey, garlic, avocado oil, herbs, and half the juice of a lemon in a small bowl.
Pour the sauce over the prepared salmon on the baking sheet.

Step 4:

Next, add the asparagus in a single layer to the sheet pan. Drizzle avocado oil and the juice of half a lemon over the asparagus.

Step 5:

Bake the salmon for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the salmon reads 140F with an instant thermometer.

Step 6:

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the salmon rest for a few minutes. Garnish with dill and lemon slices.

 

Tips For Success

• You can store your salmon leftovers in your fridge for about 1 to 2 days. I keep all my leftovers in these airtight containers.
• The best way to reheat salmon leftovers is over the stove in a non-stick skillet. Microwave is a big no 🙂

What to Serve With

• This salmon is best served with asparagus or even with a side of basmati rice!
• If you want a lighter option, this salmon is great on top of a salad or even served in tacos.