Miso-Glazed Carrot and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan
Vibrant roasted vegetables coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze, perfect as a side or main dish. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegan, gluten-free) ready in about 43 minutes pairs (julienned) carrots, (1/2-inch cubes) sweet potatoes, miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 245 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 12 oz (julienned) carrots
- 12 oz (1/2-inch cubes) sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 (thinly sliced) green onions
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, whisk miso paste, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth.
- Step 2: Toss carrots and sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp miso glaze on a parchment-lined sheet pan, spreading in a single layer. Roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until vegetables are tender and caramelized at edges.
- Step 3: Remove from oven and brush with remaining miso glaze. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, then return to oven for 3 minutes to toast seeds slightly.
- Step 4: Serve immediately while warm, ensuring the glaze is glossy and vegetables are fork-tender.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Carrot and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan take to make?
Total time is about 43 minutes (15 min prep + 28 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 Sweet Potato Sheet Pan?
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 (julienned) carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Carrot and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan?
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 Sweet Potato Sheet Pan 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 Sweet Potato Sheet Pan vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
