Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Salmon fillets brushed with a savory-sweet miso glaze, grilled to perfection, served with a refreshing sesame-dressed spinach salad. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs 6 oz each salmon fillets, white miso paste, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp brown sugar until smooth. Brush this miso glaze evenly over 4 salmon fillets.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates. Place salmon skin-side down and grill for 4-5 minutes until edges begin to brown and glaze caramelizes.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon carefully and grill for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss 6 cups fresh spinach leaves with 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  5. Step 5: Plate the grilled salmon alongside the sesame spinach salad and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach Salad take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Sesame Spinach 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 6 oz each salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Spinach 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 Sesame Spinach 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 Sesame Spinach Salad?

Japanese seafood 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.

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