Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and Carrots
Tender salmon fillets coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze, featuring a vibrant Asian-inspired side of sesame-ginger vegetables for a balanced meal. This asian fusion-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 27 minutes pairs salmon fillets, white miso paste, mirin 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 cup florets broccoli
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 3 green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then brush both sides generously with miso glaze.
- Step 2: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more until the internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare.
- Step 3: While salmon cooks, toss 2 diced carrots and 1 cup broccoli florets with 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 minced garlic clove. Sauté in a separate pan over medium heat for 8 minutes until crisp-tender and slightly caramelized. Garnish salmon with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and Carrots take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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-Ginger Broccoli and Carrots?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and Carrots?
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-Ginger Broccoli and Carrots 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 Sesame-Ginger Broccoli and Carrots 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
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
