Miso Ginger Salmon Slaw (Printable)

Savor umami-rich salmon fillets glazed with miso and ginger, served over a crisp sesame broccoli slaw for a quick, nourishing meal.

# List of ingredients:

→ For the Miso Ginger Salmon

01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets (about 5 oz each)
02 - 2 tbsp white miso paste
03 - 1 ½ tbsp soy sauce
04 - 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
05 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
06 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
07 - 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
08 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
09 - 1 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., canola or grapeseed)

→ For the Sesame Broccoli Slaw

10 - 300 g broccoli (about 1 small head), shredded or thinly sliced
11 - 1 large carrot, julienned or grated
12 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
13 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
14 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
15 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

→ For the Sesame Dressing

16 - 2 tbsp rice vinegar
17 - 1 ½ tbsp toasted sesame oil
18 - 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
19 - 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
20 - 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
21 - 1 small clove garlic, finely minced
22 - Pinch of sea salt

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, ginger, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic until smooth.
03 - Pat salmon fillets dry. Place on prepared tray. Brush generously with miso ginger glaze. Reserve any remaining glaze.
04 - Bake salmon for 10–12 minutes, until just cooked through and flaky. For caramelization, broil on high for 1–2 extra minutes at the end.
05 - Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine shredded broccoli, carrot, bell pepper, spring onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro (if using).
06 - In a separate bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until emulsified. Pour over the slaw and toss to coat evenly.
07 - Serve salmon fillets over a bed of sesame broccoli slaw. Drizzle with any reserved glaze and garnish with extra sesame seeds if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The glaze creates a sticky, umami-rich coating that keeps the salmon incredibly moist and flavorful.
  • You get a satisfying crunch from the fresh slaw that balances the rich, savory fish perfectly.
02 -
  • Patting the salmon dry before brushing is essential or the glaze will slide right off in the oven.
  • Keep an eye on the broiler at the end because the high sugar content in the miso glaze can go from golden to burnt quickly.
03 -
  • Line your baking sheet with foil for incredibly easy cleanup since the sugary glaze can harden and stick.
  • Let the salmon rest for a few minutes out of the oven to help the juices redistribute for a tender bite.

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