Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Soy Greens
Flaky salmon fillets glazed with a savory-sweet miso sauce, paired with tender bok choy and garlic greens for a restaurant-quality dinner in 25 minutes. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz 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 410 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
- 2 (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 heads, chopped into 2-inch pieces bok choy
- 3, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk miso paste, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and toasted sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Pat salmon dry, then brush generously with miso glaze, reserving 1 tbsp for later.
- Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bok choy and sliced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until bok choy is wilted and garlic is fragrant, then add soy sauce and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Place salmon skin-side down in the skillet, spooning reserved miso glaze over the top. Cook for 8-10 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, flipping once halfway through.
- Step 4: Transfer salmon to a plate, spoon bok choy mixture over it, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately with extra miso glaze drizzled on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame-Soy Greens 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 Sesame-Soy Greens?
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-Soy Greens?
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-Soy Greens 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 Sesame-Soy Greens 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
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
