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Is miso salmon healthy?

Miso salmon costs about $4.02 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL cholesterol, steadier blood sugar, weight loss and more protein.
We've cooked it 6 times in our own kitchen this year.

By health goal

Lower LDL cholesterol
Good fit
For lower LDL cholesterol, salmon in miso salmon helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Steadier blood sugar
Good fit
For steadier blood sugar, salmon in miso salmon helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Lower blood pressure
Watch the salt
Go easy on miso: it's salty. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.
Weight loss
Good fit
For weight loss, salmon in miso salmon helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.
More protein
Good fit
For more protein, salmon in miso salmon helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.

For LDL cholesterol, with sources

2 of 5
LDL habits in this dish
Soluble fiber (oats, barley, beans, eggplant, okra, fruit)
✓
Fish, ideally oily (salmon, mackerel, sardines)
Soy or beans in place of some meat
Nuts, seeds, olive oil or avocado
✓
Little fatty meat, cream, butter or cheese
Helps your LDL
salmon
Fish: omega-3 fats, low in saturated fat.
American Heart Association

What goes in (per portion)

salmon
¼ lb
miso
1 tbsp
green onion
¼ bunch
rice mix
¼ cup
We usually serve it with avocado, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, arugula.

Questions

Is miso salmon healthy?

Miso salmon costs about $4.02 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL cholesterol, steadier blood sugar, weight loss and more protein.

Is miso salmon good for high cholesterol?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For lower LDL cholesterol, salmon in miso salmon helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is miso salmon OK for blood sugar or diabetes?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For steadier blood sugar, salmon in miso salmon helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is miso salmon OK for high blood pressure?

Go easy on miso: it's salty. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.

Is miso salmon good for weight loss?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For weight loss, salmon in miso salmon helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is miso salmon high in protein?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For more protein, salmon in miso salmon helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.

How much does miso salmon cost to make at home?

About $4.02 a serving, or $16.09 for four servings, at typical US grocery prices, with pantry staples like soy sauce and oil counted at $0.40 a serving.

How can I make miso salmon healthier?

It's already in good shape. Serve it with a vegetable side, like spinach or broccoli, and brown rice if you want more fiber.

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General nutrition information, not medical advice, based on each dish's main ingredients as we cook it; sauces and salt vary by recipe. Prices are typical US grocery prices and vary by store.
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