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Sheetpan Miso Harissa Salmon Salad
If you didn’t think salad could count as comfort food, this one will change your mind. It’s warm, hearty, and everything cooks on a single sheet pan—minimal dishes, maximum payoff. You can’t go wrong with a classic miso-glazed salmon, but the addition of harissa brings subtle heat and depth that I love. As the salmon marinates, I use that time to knock out the rest of the prep. Acorn squash and cabbage roast first—they soften, caramelize, and develop that perfect sweetness and char. Then I toss in the kale and lay the salmon right on top to finish cooking. While that’s in the oven, I whisk together a quick miso-lime vinaigrette. It’s tangy and savory with just enough maple syrup for balance—trust me when I say that you’ll want to pour it on everything. Once the salmon’s done, I build the salad right on that same sheet tray. The warm vegetables soak up the vinaigrette beautifully, and as a bonus it picks up any fond that may be at the bottom of the tray. All that caramelized flavor becomes part of the dressing itself. Serve the roasted salmon right on top with sliced scallions for freshness. This is a weeknight dinner that feels like you put in way more effort than you actually did. It’s simple, but so satisfying.
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