Miso-Glazed Carrot and Edamame Bowls

Sweet roasted carrots and protein-packed edamame glazed in savory-sweet miso sauce, served over brown rice.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 300g, julienned carrots
• 120g shelled, thawed edamame
• 200g cooked brown rice
• 1 tbsp white miso paste
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss julienned carrots with 1/2 tsp sesame oil and spread on a baking sheet. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
2. Step 2: Whisk miso paste, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and 1 tsp water in a small bowl until smooth. Heat 1/2 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Step 3: Add thawed edamame to skillet and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in miso glaze and cook for 1 minute until glossy and coating edamame evenly.
4. Step 4: Divide cooked brown rice between bowls, top with roasted carrots and edamame, and drizzle with any remaining glaze. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.