Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Green Beans
Salmon fillets coated in a umami-rich miso glaze, served with tender green beans for a restaurant-quality dish made in 20 minutes. This american-inspired seafood (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) Salmon fillets, White miso paste, Rice wine vinegar 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp White miso paste
- 1 tbsp Rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 12 oz Green beans
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 2: Pat 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) dry with paper towels, then brush evenly with miso glaze. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add 12 oz green beans, and cook for 4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Place glazed salmon in skillet skin-side down (if applicable) and cook for 5 minutes. Flip and cook 4 more minutes until opaque and flaky.
- Step 6: Serve salmon atop steamed green beans with any remaining glaze spooned over the top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Green Beans take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed 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 Steamed 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 Steamed Green Beans 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
- ★★★★★
So easy and delicious, will make again!
- ★★★★★
My family loved the salmon, and the green beans were the perfect side.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner!