Miso-Glazed Carrot and Radish Salad
Thinly sliced carrots and radishes glazed in a savory-sweet miso dressing, finished with toasted sesame seeds for a crisp, umami-rich side. This japanese-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs (thinly sliced) carrots, (thinly sliced) radishes, miso paste 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 110 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2 (thinly sliced) carrots
- 4 (thinly sliced) radishes
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp (toasted) sesame seeds
- 2 (thinly sliced) green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 2: Toss 2 thinly sliced carrots and 4 thinly sliced radishes in the miso glaze, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Step 3: Let sit for 10 minutes to marinate, then transfer to a serving bowl. Top with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions just before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Carrot and Radish Salad take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 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 Radish 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 (thinly sliced) carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Carrot and Radish 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 Radish Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
What goes well with Miso-Glazed Carrot and Radish Salad?
Japanese salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
