Pan-Roasted Salmon with Miso Glaze and Wilted Spinach

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Tender salmon fillets pan-roasted with a savory miso glaze, served atop a bed of garlicky wilted spinach for a balanced, flavorful meal. This japanese-inspired seafood ready in about 22 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on 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 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: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp rice vinegar until smooth to create the miso glaze.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 2 (6 oz each) salmon fillets with skin on. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until skin is crisp and golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Flip the salmon and brush the top with half of the miso glaze. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until salmon is just cooked through and glaze is sticky and fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Remove salmon from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Add 6 cups fresh spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until wilted and tender. Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  7. Step 7: Serve the glazed salmon fillets over the bed of wilted spinach, garnished with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Roasted Salmon with Miso Glaze and Wilted Spinach 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 Pan-Roasted Salmon with Miso Glaze and Wilted Spinach?

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 Pan-Roasted Salmon with Miso Glaze and Wilted Spinach?

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 Pan-Roasted Salmon with Miso Glaze and Wilted Spinach 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 Pan-Roasted Salmon with Miso Glaze and Wilted Spinach?

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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