Description
This Easy Miso Salmon Recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender salmon fillets are glazed with a rich, savory-sweet miso sauce that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Packed with umami flavor and ready in under 30 minutes, this healthy salmon recipe is ideal for a simple dinner that feels gourmet with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot water
- 1 tablespoon miso paste
- 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, hot water, and miso paste until smooth and well combined.
- Place the salmon fillets in the prepared baking dish, skin-side down if applicable.
- Brush the miso glaze evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- For extra caramelization, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately with rice or vegetables.
Notes
For best flavor, use white or yellow miso paste. You can substitute honey for brown sugar if desired. Serve with steamed rice, sautéed greens, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying out the salmon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: easy miso salmon, baked salmon recipe, quick dinner, healthy salmon, miso glazed fish