Miso-Glazed Maple Carrots with Toasted Sesame
Sweet-tangy glazed carrots with umami depth from miso, finished with nutty sesame seeds for perfect caramelized texture. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs carrots, 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 180 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 12 oz carrots
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and cut carrots into 1/2-inch thick diagonal slices. Place in a single layer in a shallow baking dish.
- Step 2: Whisk miso paste, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth. Pour over carrots, tossing to coat evenly.
- Step 3: Cover dish with foil and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes until carrots are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 4: Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices until edges are caramelized and glaze is thickened.
- Step 5: Remove from oven, stir in butter until melted, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Maple Carrots with Toasted Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 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 Maple Carrots with Toasted Sesame?
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 Maple Carrots with Toasted Sesame?
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 Toasted Sesame for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Toasted Sesame vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, 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 whole family loved this.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
