Miso Salmon
Miso salmon is a delightful weeknight dish that combines tender salmon fillets with a sweet and savory miso marinade. This easy-to-make recipe elevates any dinner table, offering a burst of umami flavor that will have your family and friends asking for seconds. Whether served with rice or vibrant veggies, this culinary gem is perfect for casual dining or impressing guests without fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (5 oz each)
- 2 tbsp white or yellow miso paste
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 0.5 tbsp sesame oil
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix miso paste, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until glossy.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and coat with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place marinated salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (142g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg