Miso-Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Lemon

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Salmon roasted with white miso and lemon, paired with perfectly crisp-tender broccoli for a nutrient-dense meal. This japanese-inspired sheet pan (gluten-free) ready in about 26 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, cut into florets broccoli, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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: 12 min Cook: 14 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss broccoli with 1 tbsp avocado oil, salt, and half the lemon slices; spread on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Whisk miso paste, sesame oil, and remaining lemon slices with 1 tbsp water until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Brush miso mixture evenly over salmon fillets.
  4. Step 4: Place salmon on top of broccoli, drizzle with any remaining sauce.
  5. Step 5: Roast for 12-14 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and broccoli is tender-crisp.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Lemon take to make?

Total time is about 26 minutes (12 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-Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Lemon?

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-Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Lemon?

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-Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Lemon 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.

Is Miso-Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Lemon 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.

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