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miso ginger salmon bowl

miso ginger salmon bowl

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Marinate salmon 10-15 minutes max — longer and the miso begins to cure the flesh instead of flavoring it. Sauté vegetables in the same pan after salmon rests — the fond left behind layers everything with what cooked the fish.

Serves
2
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
Calories
480
Carbs
40g
Protein
35g
Fat
22g

Flavor Profile

🐟 Rich and tender from the salmon
🍯 Savory and slightly sweet from the miso glaze
🍋 Bright and tangy from fresh ginger
🍚 Nutty and hearty from the quinoa
🥦 Crunchy and fresh from the sautéed vegetables

Ingredients

🐟 2 salmon fillets
🍯 2 tbsp miso paste
🍋 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
🧴 2 tbsp tamari
🍚 1 cup cooked quinoa
🥦 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, broccoli)
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
🧴 1 tbsp sesame oil
🥑 1/2 avocado, sliced
🍁 1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

01

Whisk together miso paste, ginger, tamari, maple syrup, and sesame oil. Marinate salmon in the glaze 10-15 minutes.

02

Cook quinoa per package instructions. Sauté vegetables in sesame oil until tender-crisp.

03

Sear marinated salmon over medium-high heat 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through.

04

Serve salmon over quinoa and vegetables. Top with avocado slices and a drizzle of remaining glaze.

🧬 Food Science

Salmon has been prized for its nutrient-rich flesh and omega-3 content for centuries. Ginger has been used for its anti-inflammatory properties and can help improve digestion and reduce nausea.

Pair It

🥂 A glass of chilled white wine or sparkling water with lime enhances the flavors.
🍽️ Pair with a crisp cucumber salad or steamed edamame for a complete meal.