Miso-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-29 · Updated 2026-03-29

A flavorful, healthy dish featuring perfectly seared salmon glazed with savory miso and asparagus roasted to tender perfection. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, asparagus, miso paste 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 1 bunch (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces) asparagus
• 2 tbsp (white or yellow) miso paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp (toasted) sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 1 bunch asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to make the glaze.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until skin is crispy and flesh is opaque.
4. Step 4: Spoon the miso glaze over the salmon, then arrange the roasted asparagus alongside. Garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.