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Miso Salmon Bowl
Tender miso-glazed salmon served over warm grains with crisp veggies and a creamy sesame-tahini drizzle. Deep savory flavor, balanced and satisfying.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
Miso Salmon
2 salmon fillets
1½ tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
1 tsp sesame oil
Bowl Base
1½ cups cooked brown rice, jasmine rice, or quinoa
Veggies
½ cup cucumber, sliced
½ cup shredded carrots
½ cup edamame or green beans
½ cup sauteed mushrooms or spinach
Creamy Drizzle
2 tbsp tahini
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp lemon juice or rice vinegar
Warm water to thin
Toppings
Sesame seeds
Spring onions
Chili flakes
Avocado slices
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Miso Glaze
Mix miso, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and sesame oil
2️⃣ Cook Salmon
Heat oven to 200°C (400°F)
Brush salmon with glaze
Bake 10–12 minutes until flaky
(or pan-sear 3–4 minutes per side)
3️⃣ Prepare Veggies
Lightly saute mushrooms/spinach or steam edamame
4️⃣ Make Drizzle
Whisk tahini, soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon & water
5️⃣ Assemble Bowl
Add rice → veggies → salmon
Drizzle sauce & sprinkle toppings
Tips
Use white miso for mild flavor
For extra caramelization, broil salmon 1–2 minutes
Make it gluten-free: use tamari
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I marinate salmon longer?
Yes — up to 30 minutes, not more (miso is strong).
Q: Meal-prep friendly?
Yes — store components separately up to 3 days.
Q: Vegetarian version?
Swap salmon for roasted tofu or eggplant with same glaze.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 540 kcal
Protein: 36 g
Healthy fats: 28 g
Carbs: 45 g