Miso-Glazed Carrot & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Roast
Caramelized carrots and sweet potatoes glazed in savory-sweet miso-honey sauce, roasted until tender with fresh rosemary. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegan, gluten-free) ready in about 43 minutes pairs miso paste, honey, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 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
- 1 lb (peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces) carrots
- 1 lb (peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes) sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp (finely chopped) fresh rosemary
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper. Add 2 tbsp olive oil and stir to emulsify.
- Step 2: Toss 1 lb peeled and cubed sweet potatoes and 1 lb peeled and cut carrots in the miso glaze until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 3: Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender with golden-brown edges. Sprinkle with 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary and toss gently to distribute.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Carrot & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Roast 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 & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Roast?
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 miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Carrot & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Roast?
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 & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Roast 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 & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Roast 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better vegetarian dishes though.
