Miso-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms

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Salmon fillets basted with white miso and rice wine glaze, served atop roasted asparagus and earthy shiitakes. This japanese-inspired sheet pan (high-protein, gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, asparagus, shiitake mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Trim woody ends from 12 oz asparagus and slice 6 oz shiitake mushrooms into 1/4-inch slices.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, and 1 tbsp water until smooth. Brush half the mixture over 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets.
  3. Step 3: Arrange salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment, top with asparagus and mushrooms. Drizzle with 2 tbsp avocado oil and brush remaining miso mixture over salmon. Bake 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily. Sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms 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 Salmon with Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms?

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 Miso-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms?

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 Salmon with Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms 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.

Is Miso-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms high-protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein, 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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