Miso-Glazed Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Bowl
A sweet-savory vegan bowl featuring caramelized carrots and sweet potatoes with a rich miso-maple glaze, topped with toasted sesame seeds. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegan, gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs medium sweet potatoes, carrots, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 12 oz carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 cups baby spinach
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes; toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes until tender and golden at edges.
- Step 2: Peel and slice carrots into 1/4-inch coins; toss with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add to sweet potatoes and roast for 15 more minutes until carrots are tender.
- Step 3: Whisk miso paste, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over roasted vegetables while still hot, tossing gently until evenly coated.
- Step 4: Divide roasted vegetables and baby spinach between bowls. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and drizzle with extra maple syrup if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Bowl take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Bowl?
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 medium sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Bowl?
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 Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Bowl 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 Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Bowl 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
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
