Oven-Roasted Salmon with Miso-Maple Glaze

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Tender salmon fillets oven-roasted and brushed with a savory-sweet miso and maple syrup glaze that caramelizes beautifully. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, white miso paste, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 4 skin-on salmon fillets on the sheet, skin side down.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Brush the miso-maple glaze generously over the top of each salmon fillet, covering evenly.
  4. Step 4: Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the glaze is caramelized and slightly sticky.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1 tbsp black sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions over the fillets before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Salmon with Miso-Maple Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 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 Oven-Roasted Salmon with Miso-Maple Glaze?

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 Oven-Roasted Salmon with Miso-Maple Glaze?

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 Oven-Roasted Salmon with Miso-Maple Glaze 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 Oven-Roasted Salmon with Miso-Maple Glaze?

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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