Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Broccoli and Sesame Rice
Flaky salmon fillets with a savory-sweet miso glaze, served over fluffy rice with tender broccoli for a simple, flavorful meal. This japanese-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (5 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 480 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (5 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 cup, cooked short-grain sushi rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Step 2: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush each with 1 tsp of the miso glaze and place skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 12 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- Step 3: While salmon bakes, bring 1 inch of water to a simmer in a pot with a steamer basket. Add 2 cups broccoli florets, cover, and steam for 5 minutes until bright green and tender.
- Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup cooked sushi rice and 1 tbsp soy sauce, stirring gently for 2 minutes to coat. Remove from heat.
- Step 5: Drizzle salmon with remaining miso glaze and top with 1 tsp sesame seeds and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro. Serve with steamed broccoli and sesame rice on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Broccoli and Sesame Rice take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Steamed Broccoli and Sesame 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 white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Broccoli and Sesame 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 Sesame Rice 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 Steamed Broccoli and Sesame 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
