Description
Miso Salmon Skewers offer a delectable combination of savory and sweet flavors, making them an ideal choice for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. These skewers feature tender, marinated salmon paired with vibrant zucchini and scallions, all grilled to perfection for a delightful char. The rich miso-based marinade infuses the salmon with a unique umami flavor while also being quick and easy to prepare. In just 20 minutes, you can have these skewers ready for grilling, ensuring they remain a favorite at your dinner table year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 2 teaspoons roughly chopped ginger
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 pound salmon, skinless, peeled and cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
- 1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise then cut into ¾-inch thick half moons
- 4 green onions, white and light green parts cut into 1-inch pieces
- nonstick cooking spray
- lemon wedges for serving
- scallions sliced, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Blend together the miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Reserve some marinade and combine the rest with salmon cubes, zucchini, and green onions in a bowl. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Thread the marinated ingredients onto metal skewers.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the skewers for about 8-10 minutes or until salmon is flaky.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg