Miso-Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Cauliflower Rice
A restaurant-worthy salmon fillet with a savory-sweet miso glaze, paired with fluffy cauliflower rice for a light yet satisfying dinner. This japanese-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 29 minutes pairs (5 ounces 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 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (5 ounces each), skin-on Salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp White miso paste
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 1 head, riced Cauliflower
- 1, zested and juiced Lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh dill
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Mix 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl to form a smooth paste.
- Step 2: Rub miso paste evenly over salmon fillets (skin-side down). Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 12-14 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 3: While salmon cooks, sauté 1 head riced cauliflower in a skillet with 1 tbsp butter over medium heat for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly golden.
- Step 4: Stir 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp chopped dill into the cauliflower rice. Season with 1/4 tsp salt. Serve salmon immediately with cauliflower rice, garnished with extra dill.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Lemon-Dill Cauliflower Rice take to make?
Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 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 Lemon-Dill Cauliflower Rice?
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 Salmon with Lemon-Dill Cauliflower Rice?
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 Lemon-Dill Cauliflower Rice 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 Lemon-Dill Cauliflower Rice low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
