Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Vegetables
Succulent salmon fillets glazed with a sweet-savory miso sauce, paired with vibrant steamed greens. This japanese-inspired asian (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs pcs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, white miso paste, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 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 pcs (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup carrots
- 1/2 cup green beans
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mix miso paste, soy sauce, sake, brown sugar, and lemon zest. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add salmon fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until flaky and glazed with the miso sauce.
- Step 3: While salmon cooks, steam broccoli, carrots, and green beans in a pot of boiling water for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Step 4: Serve salmon atop the steamed vegetables, drizzled with any remaining glaze.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Salmon with Steamed Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (25 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 Steamed Vegetables?
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 Vegetables?
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 Vegetables 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 Vegetables vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this miso-glazed are incredible.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
