Spicy Miso Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

Here's a recipe for a Spicy Miso Salmon with Roasted Vegetables that ticks all your boxes - delicious, gut-friendly, and ready in under 30 minutes:

1. Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp miso paste
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 red onion, chopped
• 1 head broccoli florets

2. Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   

   Parchment paper baking sheet

    

2. In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, olive oil, ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper.

3. Divide the sauce evenly between the two salmon fillets, coating them well.

4. Toss the chopped zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and broccoli florets with a drizzle of olive oil and some salt and pepper.

5. Spread the vegetables on the prepared baking sheet and arrange the salmon fillets on top.

   

   Arranging salmon fillets on top of vegetables

    

6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly browned.

7. Serve immediately with a side of brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

3. Tips:

• You can adjust the amount of sriracha to your desired level of spiciness.
• If you don't have miso paste, you can substitute with tamari or soy sauce.
• Feel free to add other vegetables to the mix, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, or Brussels sprouts.
• For a vegan option, you can use tofu or tempeh instead of salmon.

This recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for gut health:

• Salmon: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties and can help support a healthy gut microbiome.
• Miso: A fermented soybean paste that is a good source of probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that live in the gut and aid in digestion.
• Vegetables: Provide fiber, which is essential for keeping your digestive system functioning properly.

Enjoy this simple and nutritious meal!

4. Additional notes:

• This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.
• If you are on a restricted diet, be sure to check the ingredients and adjust the recipe as needed.
• This recipe is easily scalable. You can double or triple the ingredients to feed more people.

I hope you find this recipe helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.