Miso-Glazed Blueberry Salmon

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Succulent salmon fillets glazed with a sweet-savory miso-blueberry sauce, served with a side of steamed rice for a balanced Japanese-inspired dinner. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on Salmon fillets, White miso paste, Rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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: 15 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Pat 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels, then brush both sides with half the miso glaze.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering, add salmon skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy and golden.
  4. Step 4: Flip salmon, brush with remaining glaze, and nestle 1/2 cup blueberries around the fish; cook for 3-4 minutes until salmon is opaque and blueberries are slightly softened.
  5. Step 5: Transfer salmon to a plate, drizzle with pan juices, and garnish with 2 tbsp sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Blueberry Salmon take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Miso-Glazed Blueberry 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 white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Blueberry 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 Miso-Glazed Blueberry Salmon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

Is Miso-Glazed Blueberry Salmon gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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