Miso-Glazed Salmon with Maple-Dijon Drizzle
A restaurant-worthy salmon dish with umami-rich miso glaze and a sweet-tangy maple-dijon sauce, ready in under 25 minutes. This seafood-inspired quick meals (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs 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 350 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
- 6 oz salmon fillets
- 2 tsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 6 oz salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Place salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Step 3: Whisk 2 tsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard in a small bowl until smooth; brush half over salmon during the last minute of cooking.
- Step 4: Transfer salmon to a plate, drizzle with remaining glaze, and garnish with 1 tbsp fresh dill and lemon wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Maple-Dijon Drizzle 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 Maple-Dijon Drizzle?
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 Maple-Dijon Drizzle?
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 Maple-Dijon Drizzle 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 Maple-Dijon Drizzle 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to quick meals dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
