Miso Glazed Salmon
Miso Glazed Salmon provides 25g protein and 292 calories per serving — a solid source of complete protein and omega-3s for recovery. Preps 4 servings quickly on the stovetop, making it an efficient dinner that takes 20 minutes or less. Works well as a lower-calorie protein option when you're tracking intake before a cut.
Ingredients
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(5g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(15g)
- •Miso Paste, White(30g)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(5g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(15g)
- •Vinegar, Rice, Seasoned(10g)
- •Brown sugar(15g)
- •Salmon(454g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1In a 9 x 9-inch baking dish, combine the ground ginger, grated ginger, miso paste, sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- 2Pat the salmon dry and place, skin side up, in the marinade, spooning some marinade over each filet. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 3Turn the oven broiler to HIGH with a rack in the top third of the oven.
- 4Remove the salmon from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off, and arrange, skin sides down, on a rimmed sheet pan. Broil until the edges are crisp and the salmon flakes easily with a fork, about 10-12 minutes.
- 5Serve the salmon topped with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition — Per Serving
292
calories
25g
protein
17g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 9g
- Saturated fat
- 3.7g
- Sodium
- 489 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.6g
4 servings per batch · ~137g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Miso Glazed Salmon have per serving?
Each serving delivers 25g of protein at 292 calories, offering a lean protein option with healthy fats. The macro breakdown is 17g fat and 9g carbs, emphasizing protein and fat with minimal carbohydrate content.
How long does Miso Glazed Salmon take to prep?
This quick prep recipe yields 4 servings using stovetop cooking, allowing you to prepare multiple dinner portions efficiently. Salmon cooks rapidly, keeping total prep time minimal while delivering consistent nutrition.
Is Miso Glazed Salmon good for fat loss?
At 292 calories and 25g protein per serving, Miso Glazed Salmon is well-suited for fat loss with a strong protein-to-calorie ratio. The omega-3 fatty acids from salmon support satiety and metabolic function during a caloric deficit.
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