Miso-Glazed Salmon with Honey-Ginger Veggies
Pan-seared salmon fillets with a savory-sweet miso glaze, served atop a bed of caramelized honey-ginger roasted vegetables. This japanese-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs salmon fillets, white miso paste, honey 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 medium, sliced into 1/4-inch coins carrots
- 1.5 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 12 oz salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place skin-side down in a cold non-stick skillet. Heat the skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
- Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger in a small bowl. Brush half the glaze over the salmon flesh side and set aside the remaining glaze.
- Step 3: Toss 2 medium sliced carrots and 1.5 cups broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp soy sauce, and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 425°F for 18 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Brush the remaining miso glaze over the salmon and cook for 4-5 minutes more until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with 1 tsp sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Honey-Ginger Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Honey-Ginger Veggies?
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 salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Honey-Ginger Veggies?
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 Honey-Ginger Veggies 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 Salmon with Honey-Ginger Veggies 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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