Miso-Maple Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies

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Pan-seared salmon fillets coated in sweet umami miso-maple glaze, served atop lightly steamed broccoli and carrots with toasted sesame crunch. This Japanese-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs Salmon fillets (skin-on), White miso paste, Maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1/2 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp soy sauce; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Steam broccoli and carrot sticks in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5 minutes until crisp-tender. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp sesame seeds; toast for 1 minute until golden, then set aside.
  3. Step 3: Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Place skin-side down in skillet and cook for 4 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for 3-4 minutes more. Brush miso glaze over salmon and cook 1 minute more until glossy.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Maple Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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-Maple Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Maple Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies?

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-Maple Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies 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-Maple Glazed Salmon with Sesame Veggies?

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.

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