Lemon-Pepper Miso Glazed Salmon

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Succulent salmon fillets glazed with a tangy miso and lemon mixture, served with steamed broccoli and quinoa. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 27 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, white miso paste, lemon 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: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and juice from 1 lemon. Slice 2 garlic cloves finely and add to mixture.
  2. Step 2: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry, then brush with miso mixture. Let marinate 15 minutes while preparing vegetables.
  3. Step 3: Steam 1.5 cups broccoli for 5 minutes until bright green. Cook 1 cup quinoa in 2 cups water for 15 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Heat a skillet over medium-high. Add salmon, skin-side down, and cook 4 minutes until golden. Flip and cook 3 more minutes until opaque.
  5. Step 5: Serve salmon with steamed broccoli and quinoa, drizzling with reserved miso glaze from the marinade.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Pepper Miso Glazed Salmon take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 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 Lemon-Pepper Miso Glazed Salmon?

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 Lemon-Pepper Miso Glazed Salmon?

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 Lemon-Pepper Miso Glazed Salmon 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 Lemon-Pepper Miso Glazed Salmon?

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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