Spicy Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens
Flaky salmon fillets glazed in a savory-sweet miso sauce, served with lightly steamed bok choy for a quick, balanced meal. This japanese-inspired seafood (high-protein, gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (5 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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 (5 oz each), skin-on salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 bunch, chopped bok choy
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp salt to make glaze. Brush evenly over salmon fillets (skin-side down) in a baking dish.
- Step 2: Bake salmon at 400°F (200°C) for 12-14 minutes until opaque and flaky. Meanwhile, steam 1 bunch chopped bok choy for 4-5 minutes until vibrant green and tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat; add 1 minced garlic clove and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss steamed bok choy in the pan, then top salmon with extra glaze and sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Spicy Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens?
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 Spicy Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens?
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 Spicy Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens 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.
Is Spicy Miso-Glazed Salmon with Sesame Greens high-protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
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Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
