Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Ginger Green Beans

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Elegant yet simple salmon fillets glazed with a savory-sweet miso-tahini sauce, served atop vibrant sesame-ginger green beans for a restaurant-quality weeknight meal. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten free, high protein) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, white miso paste, tahini 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.

★ 3.4 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp tahini, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl to make the glaze; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Pat 4 salmon fillets dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt. Place salmon skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet; brush generously with the miso glaze and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz trimmed green beans and cook for 3 minutes until slightly crisp-tender; add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1/4 cup water; cover and steam for 5 minutes until beans are tender-crisp. Remove lid, increase heat to high, and cook for 2 minutes until liquid evaporates and beans are glossy.
  5. Step 5: Brush remaining miso glaze over salmon, then bake at 400°F for 12 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork. Garnish beans with 1 tsp sesame seeds and serve immediately with salmon.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Ginger Green Beans 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 Sesame-Ginger Green Beans?

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 Sesame-Ginger Green Beans?

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 Green Beans 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 Green Beans gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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