Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion Salad

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Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a savory miso sauce, served alongside a crisp sesame and scallion salad for a balanced Japanese-inspired dinner. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs tablespoons white miso paste, tablespoon mirin, tablespoon soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 10 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon mirin, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon honey until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 4 salmon fillets and place skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon and brush the miso glaze evenly over the cooked side. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, toss 4 thinly sliced scallions, 1 small thinly sliced cucumber, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl to create a refreshing salad.
  5. Step 5: Serve the glazed salmon fillets immediately topped with extra scallions and sesame seeds alongside the sesame-scallion salad.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion Salad take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Sesame and Scallion Salad?

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 tablespoons white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion Salad?

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 Sesame and Scallion Salad 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.

What goes well with Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame and Scallion Salad?

Japanese seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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