Miso-Glazed Maple Carrots with Crispy Sage
Sweet and savory roasted carrots coated in a rich miso-maple glaze, topped with nutty fried sage leaves for an elegant side dish. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free, vegan) ready in about 37 minutes pairs white miso paste, pure maple syrup, toasted sesame oil 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 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 2-inch sticks) carrots
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 8 (torn) fresh sage leaves
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss carrot sticks with 1 tsp vegetable oil, 1/8 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 15 minutes, then flip carrots. In a small bowl, whisk miso paste, maple syrup, sesame oil, and 1 tbsp water until smooth.
- Step 3: Brush miso glaze evenly over roasted carrots, returning to oven for 10-12 minutes until caramelized and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 4: While carrots roast, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add sage leaves and fry for 1-2 minutes until crisp and golden around edges.
- Step 5: Remove carrots from oven, top with crispy sage leaves, and serve immediately while hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Maple Carrots with Crispy Sage take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (10 min prep + 27 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 Carrots with Crispy Sage?
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 Maple Carrots with Crispy Sage?
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 Carrots with Crispy Sage 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 Carrots with Crispy Sage gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better vegetarian dishes though.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
