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Honey Dijon Almond Salmon and Asparagus

Honey Dijon Almond Salmon and Asparagus for two is baked together in just one pan. Flaky tender salmon is baked to perfection and topped with a flavorful honey Dijon sauce and slivered almonds.

The asparagus is crisp tender and coated in a garlic and Parmesan cheese mixture. This recipe is easy and quick, ready in just 20 - 25 minutes.

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Honey Dijon Almond Salmon and Asparagus Recipe for Two
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How to make Salmon and Asparagus

For the Honey Dijon Almond Salmon

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.

Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside. Click for a 9 x 13 baking dish.

In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, butter, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.

Stir in the honey, mustard, and pepper.

honey mustard sauce ingredients in a bowl with a whisk

Place the salmon in the center of the baking dish. Drizzle with the honey mixture.

two salmon filets in a baking dish topped with honey mustard sauce

Sprinkle the almonds over the sauce.

Honey Dijon Almond Salmon in a baking dish
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For the Garlic Parmesan Asparagus

In a 1-quart sealable food-storage plastic bag, shake the asparagus, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese until well coated.

Arrange the asparagus around the salmon fillets. Top with the extra Parmesan cheese left in the bag.

Honey Dijon Almond Salmon and Asparagus in a baking dish

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Baked salmon and almonds on a white plate.
Honey Dijon Almond Salmon and Asparagus for Two

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Honey Dijon Almond Salmon and Asparagus Recipe

Honey Dijon Almond Salmon and Asparagus for two baked together in just one pan. Flaky tender salmon is baked to perfection and topped with a flavorful honey Dijon sauce and slivered almonds. The asparagus is crisp tender and coated in a garlic and Parmesan cheese mixture. Ready in just 20 minutes!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Seafood
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 612 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1-½ teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 Tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons honey
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Dash pepper
  • 2 large salmon fillets
  • ¼ cup slivered almonds
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ pound asparagus (fresh, trimmed)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 C)
  • Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, butter and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
  • Stir in the honey, mustard and pepper.
  • Place the salmon in the center of the baking dish. Drizzle with the honey mixture.
  • Sprinkle the almonds over the sauce.
  • In a 1-quart seal-able food-storage plastic bag, shake the asparagus, garlic, olive oil and Parmesan cheese until well coated.
  • Arrange the asparagus around the salmon fillets. Top with the extra Parmesan cheese left in the bag.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 612kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 42gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 421mgPotassium: 1234mgFiber: 4gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 1348IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 167mgIron: 5mg
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