Easy Miso Ginger Salmon

miso ginger salmon on a plate with rice and broccolini topped with edamame and green onions.

This miso ginger salmon recipe is a flavorful, umami dish that combines healthy salmon with a savory and sweet marinade. It's then topped with a flavor-packed creamy miso ginger sauce. Perfect for a busy weeknight or impressive enough for entertaining!

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Course: Main Course

Keyword: easy, healthy

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 45

Servings:

Calories: 415kcal

Ingredients

Salmon + Miso Ginger Marinade

2 salmon fillets about 6oz each
2 tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp tamari sauce
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp rice vinegar unseasoned
1 tbsp ginger freshly grated
1 tsp sesame oil
1 clove garlic minced
1 green onion sliced (for garnish)

Creamy Miso Ginger Sauce

1 tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp tamari sauce
1 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp rice vinegar unseasoned
1 tsp maple syrup
1 tsp ginger freshly grated

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk the miso ginger marinade ingredients together: white miso paste, tamari sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, ginger, sesame oil, garlic.
Place the salmon fillets into a shallow bowl or ziploc bag. Pour the miso ginger marinade over the top of salmon. Ensure the salmon are covered with marinade and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
In a small bowl, stir together the ingredients for the creamy miso ginger sauce: white miso paste, peanut butter, tamari sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and ginger. Set aside.
Place the marinated salmon onto a parchment lined baking sheet or into a baking dish. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily or reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
Top the cooked salmon with the creamy miso ginger sauce and sliced green onions. Serve with rice, edamame, and sautéed broccoli. Enjoy!

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

If you're unable to find white miso paste in your local grocery store, it can often be ordered online.

I recommend using reduced sodium tamari sauce to keep the salt content more moderate.

See above blog post for a full breakdown of recommended tips, variations, and substitutions.

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