Miso-Glazed Carrots with Toasted Sesame Seeds
Sweet and savory roasted carrots with a umami miso glaze, finished with a nutty sesame seed crunch. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegan, gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs carrots, white miso paste, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 and cut into 1-inch sticks carrots
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb carrot sticks with 1 tsp sesame oil and 1/4 tsp salt on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl until smooth. Brush half the miso mixture over carrots.
- Step 3: Roast carrots for 20 minutes, then brush with remaining miso glaze and flip. Roast 10 more minutes until tender and caramelized at edges.
- Step 4: Transfer carrots to a plate, sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and drizzle with any pan drippings.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Carrots with Toasted Sesame Seeds take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Toasted Sesame Seeds?
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 carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Carrots with Toasted Sesame Seeds?
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 Toasted Sesame Seeds 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 Toasted Sesame Seeds 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
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
