Miso-Glazed Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Medley
A vibrant, caramelized vegetable dish with umami depth from miso and a hint of sweetness from maple syrup, ready in under 30 minutes. This vegetarian-inspired sheet pan ready in about 32 minutes pairs olive oil, white miso paste, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 185 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, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch coins carrots
- 1 large, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tsp pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 2 medium peeled carrots sliced into 1/2-inch coins and 1 large peeled sweet potato cut into 1/2-inch cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tsp pure maple syrup, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread vegetables in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 3: Remove from oven, sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately while hot and caramelized.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Medley take to make?
Total time is about 32 minutes (10 min prep + 22 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 Sheet Pan Medley?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Medley?
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 Sheet Pan Medley 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.
What goes well with Miso-Glazed Maple Carrot & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Medley?
Vegetarian sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
