Name: Honey Garlic Salmon with Asparagus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each); 1 bunch asparagus, tough ends trimmed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 0.5 tsp dried ginger (or 1 tsp fresh grated); salt and black pepper, to taste; sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and dried ginger. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. 3. Arrange salmon fillets on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Place asparagus on the other side. 4. Drizzle asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently. 5. Spoon or brush the honey garlic sauce generously over each salmon fillet. 6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the asparagus is tender-crisp. 7. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired, and serve immediately.