Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Broccoli and Brown Rice

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Pan-seared salmon with a savory-sweet miso glaze, paired with perfectly steamed broccoli and fluffy brown rice for a balanced, protein-packed dinner. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 ounces each, skin-on) salmon fillets, tablespoons white miso paste, tablespoon rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 2 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon maple syrup, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth. Place 2 salmon fillets skin-side down in a non-stick skillet and brush with 1/2 of the miso mixture.
  2. Step 2: Cook over medium-low heat for 8 minutes until salmon is golden and easily flakes. Flip and cook for 3 more minutes, brushing with remaining miso mixture.
  3. Step 3: While salmon cooks, bring 1 cup water to a boil in a rice cooker or pot. Add 1/2 cup uncooked brown rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 35 minutes until water is absorbed.
  4. Step 4: Steam 2 cups broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5 minutes until bright green and tender. Serve salmon with 3/4 cup cooked brown rice and 2 cups steamed broccoli, drizzled with 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Broccoli and Brown Rice take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Steamed Broccoli and Brown Rice?

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 Steamed Broccoli and Brown Rice?

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 Steamed Broccoli and Brown Rice 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 Steamed Broccoli and Brown Rice 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.

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