Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Salad
Salmon fillets brushed with a savory-sweet miso glaze and grilled until caramelized, paired with a refreshing scallion and sesame salad. This japanese-inspired grilling ready in about 35 minutes pairs white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets, skin on
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp grapeseed oil
- 4 scallions scallions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp grapeseed oil until smooth to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Pat 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels and brush the glaze generously over the top of each fillet. Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat a gas grill to medium heat (about 375°F). Oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Step 4: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes without moving, then carefully flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the glaze is caramelized and the salmon flakes easily.
- Step 5: While salmon grills, combine 4 thinly sliced scallions, 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger in a bowl. Toss well.
- Step 6: Serve the grilled salmon topped with the scallion and sesame salad for a bright contrast.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Salad take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Scallion and Sesame Salad?
Japanese grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
