Mediterranean Diet Miso Salmon

Embark on a flavor-packed journey with this Mediterranean Diet Miso Salmon, a fusion of Japanese-inspired miso glaze and vibrant Mediterranean ingredients. This quick and nutritious recipe features tender, oven-baked salmon fillets brushed with a savory-sweet marinade made from white miso paste, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of honey. Accompanied by roasted cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and a bed of fresh baby spinach, this dish combines bold flavors with wholesome nutrition. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner yet elegant enough for entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and flavor, this recipe hits all the right notes for Mediterranean diet enthusiasts seeking a delicious and healthy seafood option.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets
• 3 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 cups baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the white miso paste, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and minced garlic. Mix well until you have a smooth marinade.

Step 3

Season the salmon fillets with black pepper and sea salt.

Step 4

Brush the miso marinade generously over each salmon fillet, covering all sides.

Step 5

Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

In another bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives with a bit of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 7

Scatter the tomato and olive mixture around the salmon on the baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 9

While the salmon is baking, prepare the serving plates with a bed of fresh baby spinach.

Step 10

Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the oven and place the fillets over the spinach on each plate.

Step 11

Spoon the roasted cherry tomatoes and olives around the salmon.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1155.5 grams (1155.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1703

Total Fat 115.10g	148%
Saturated Fat 16.90g	85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 4860mg	211%
Total Carbohydrate 57.50g	21%
Dietary Fiber 18.30g	65%
Total Sugars 27.40g
Protein 118.60g	237%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 385mg	30%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 1389mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.5%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 13.2%