Miso-Honey Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Snap Peas
Salmon fillets glazed in savory-sweet miso-honey sauce, served with tender roasted vegetables. This japanese-american-inspired seafood ready in about 24 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, white miso paste, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 lb trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces asparagus
- 1/2 lb ends trimmed snap peas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar in a small bowl to make glaze.
- Step 3: Season salmon fillets with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, then brush each with 1/2 tbsp glaze.
- Step 4: Arrange 1 lb asparagus and 1/2 lb snap peas on baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5: Place salmon on top of vegetables, then brush remaining glaze over salmon.
- Step 6: Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon is opaque and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 7: Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Honey Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Snap Peas take to make?
Total time is about 24 minutes (10 min prep + 14 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-Honey Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Snap Peas?
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-Honey Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Snap Peas?
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-Honey Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Snap Peas 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.
What goes well with Miso-Honey Glazed Salmon with Roasted Asparagus and Snap Peas?
Japanese-American 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
- ★★★★★
My husband loved the salmon. The dish was beautiful and tasted amazing.
- ★★★★★
Best salmon recipe ever! The honey-miso glaze is divine and the veggies were perfect.
- ★★★★☆
This recipe is a new favorite. The glaze on the salmon is perfect.
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