Miso-Glazed Sesame Salmon with Scallion Rice
Pan-seared salmon with a sweet-savory miso glaze, served atop fragrant rice studded with scallions and toasted sesame seeds. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs (6 oz each) 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 380 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) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup, cooked jasmine rice
- 2, thinly sliced green onions
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp sesame oil in a small bowl to form a smooth glaze.
- Step 2: Place 2 salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush evenly with the miso glaze, and bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes until opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Step 3: While salmon cooks, combine 1 cup cooked jasmine rice with 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 2 thinly sliced green onions, and 1 tsp sesame seeds; toss gently to mix until fragrant.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Sesame Salmon with Scallion Rice 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 Sesame Salmon with Scallion 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Sesame Salmon with Scallion 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 Sesame Salmon with Scallion 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.
What goes well with Miso-Glazed Sesame Salmon with Scallion Rice?
Japanese seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
