Miso-Glazed Carrot and Apple Salad
A refreshing and sweet-savory salad featuring shredded carrots and apples coated in a tangy miso glaze, topped with toasted nuts. This Asian-inspired salad recipe (gluten-free, vegan), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs carrots, apple, rice vinegar into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 medium, peeled and shredded carrots
- 1, crisp (like Granny Smith), cored and diced apple
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup, chopped walnuts
- 2 cups mixed greens
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until smooth and well combined.
- Step 2: Place 4 medium peeled and shredded carrots and 1 diced apple in a large bowl. Pour the miso glaze over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Meanwhile, toast 1/4 cup chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, then set aside.
- Step 4: Toss the carrot-apple mixture with 2 cups mixed greens and sprinkle with the toasted walnuts just before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Carrot and Apple Salad take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Miso-Glazed Carrot and Apple Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Carrot and Apple Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Miso-Glazed Carrot and Apple Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Miso-Glazed Carrot and Apple Salad gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This salad was a hit at my dinner party. The miso glaze tied everything together beautifully.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! My kids couldn't get enough of the sweet and savory combo.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a healthy meal. The carrots and apples with miso glaze is a classic Japanese-inspired dish.
