Miso-Glazed Carrots with Honey and Thyme
Sweet and savory carrots glazed with miso paste, honey, and fresh thyme, offering a perfect balance of umami and gentle sweetness. This japanese-inspired quick meals (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs white miso paste, honey, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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
- 1.5 lbs, peeled and cut into 1-inch coins carrots
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup, chopped parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1.5 lbs cut carrots in a medium saucepan, add 1/4 cup water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Step 2: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until carrots are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme until smooth.
- Step 4: Drain carrots, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid, then transfer to a skillet.
- Step 5: Add miso mixture and reserved cooking liquid to the skillet with carrots, stirring to coat evenly.
- Step 6: Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens and coats carrots.
- Step 7: Stir in 1 tbsp sesame oil, transfer to a serving dish, and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Carrots with Honey and Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Carrots with Honey and Thyme?
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 white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Carrots with Honey and Thyme?
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 Carrots with Honey and Thyme 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 Carrots with Honey and Thyme gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged 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
- ★★★★★
Amazing flavor. The carrots were tender and the glaze sticky. A must for weeknights.
- ★★★★★
Quick and delicious. The honey and thyme really elevate the carrots. Will make again.
- ★★★★★
The miso glaze is perfect! My family loved these carrots as a side with salmon.
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