Miso-Glazed Maple Salmon with Sesame Greens

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Sweet-savory salmon fillets glazed with miso and maple syrup, served atop a vibrant bed of sesame-roasted greens. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, white miso paste, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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.

★ 3.4 (14 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk miso paste, maple syrup, and rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth. Pat salmon dry, then brush generously with miso glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and bok choy, stirring for 2 minutes until greens wilt and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Place salmon skin-side down in skillet, cook for 6-7 minutes until skin is crispy and salmon reaches 145°F (63°C).
  4. Step 4: Drizzle with soy sauce and black pepper. Serve immediately with greens.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Maple Salmon with Sesame Greens take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Maple Salmon with Sesame Greens?

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 Maple Salmon with Sesame Greens?

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 Maple Salmon with Sesame Greens 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 Miso-Glazed Maple Salmon with Sesame Greens?

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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