Miso-Glazed Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Kale
Sweet and savory roasted sweet potatoes with a savory-sweet miso-maple glaze, topped with tender kale for a vibrant, nutrient-packed side dish. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs maple syrup, white miso paste, toasted sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 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 lbs, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 4 oz, stems removed and torn into bite-sized pieces kale
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 lbs diced sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp white miso paste, and 1/4 tsp sea salt until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring once at the 15-minute mark, until edges are caramelized and tender.
- Step 3: While potatoes roast, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add 4 oz torn kale and 1/4 tsp sea salt, stirring for 2-3 minutes until wilted and bright green.
- Step 4: Remove potatoes from oven and toss with 1 tsp sesame seeds. Serve immediately with wilted kale arranged on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Kale take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Kale?
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 maple syrup from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Kale?
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 Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Kale 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 Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Kale vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
