Miso Glazed Salmon Bowl: Fresh Greens and Crisp Veggies
A miso glazed salmon bowl offers a light yet satisfying alternative to traditional rice bowls, featuring perfectly glazed salmon atop a bed of crisp mixed greens and fresh vegetables. This health-conscious interpretation maintains all the umami-rich flavors of miso while increasing nutritional density through varied vegetables.
What makes this version particularly special is its emphasis on fresh, crisp textures that complement the tender, caramelized salmon. The combination of warm salmon and cool, crunchy vegetables creates an exciting contrast while keeping the meal light and energizing.
In modern healthy dining, this Miso Glazed Salmon Bowl represents a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and vegetables, making it ideal for those following low-carb, paleo, or grain-free diets without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction.
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 12 oz salmon fillets (2-6 oz)
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sake or white wine
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
For the Base:
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup arugula
- 2 Persian cucumbers sliced
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 radishes thinly sliced
- 1 cup microgreens or sprouts
For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp honey optional
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
Optional Toppings:
- Sesame seeds
- Nori strips
- Pickled ginger
- Wasabi
- Fresh herbs cilantro, mint
- Kimchi
Instructions
Prepare Miso Glaze:
- Whisk together:
- Miso paste
- Mirin
- Sake
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Grated ginger
- Pat salmon dry
- Coat with glaze
- Let marinate 15-30 minutes
Cook Salmon:
- Preheat oven to 400°F
- Heat ovenproof skillet
- Sear salmon skin-side up
- Flip after 2-3 minutes
- Transfer to oven
- Bake until desired doneness
Make Dressing:
- Combine all ingredients
- Whisk until well blended
- Taste and adjust
- Set aside
Assemble Bowls:
- Layer greens as base
- Arrange vegetables in sections:
- Cabbage
- Cucumbers
- Tomatoes
- Radishes
- Avocado
- Top with salmon
- Add microgreens
- Drizzle with dressing
- Finish with optional toppings
Nutrition
Recipe Tips:
- Don’t overcook salmon
- Prep vegetables while fish marinates
- Dress greens just before serving
- Keep components separate for meal prep
- Adjust vegetables seasonally
- Layer for visual appeal
Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
- Additional dressing on side
- Extra citrus wedges
- Pickled vegetables
- Crispy shallots or garlic
- Seaweed salad
- Miso soup
Variations
- Serve over rice
- Grilled salmon version
- Seared tuna alternative
- Tofu for vegetarian option
- Different greens mix
- Seasonal vegetable swaps
- Spicy version with wasabi dressing
Storage & Prep
For Meal Prep:
- Cook salmon fresh when possible
- Store components separately
- Prep vegetables in advance
- Keep dressing separate
- Avocado add just before serving
- Consume within 2 days
Tips for Best Results:
- Use fresh, high-quality salmon
- Don’t overdress greens
- Massage hearty greens like kale
- Keep proteins and wet ingredients separate
- Pack dressing in small container
- Store in airtight containers
Find more great Nosh With David Recipes at https://www.noshwithdavid.com/recipes/
Key ingredients from this recipe include:
Sempio Soy Sauce
Kadoya Sesame Oil
Marukan Rice Vinegar
Shirakiku Roasted Sesame Seeds
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