Miso-Glazed Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Sage
Sweet potatoes caramelized in a savory-sweet miso-maple glaze, finished with crispy sage leaves for a perfect side dish. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegan, gluten-free) ready in about 42 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, white miso paste, 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 6, 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 sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and cut sweet potatoes into 3/4-inch cubes, then toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes until edges are slightly charred and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 3: While potatoes roast, whisk miso paste, maple syrup, and 1 tbsp water in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 4: Remove potatoes from oven, pour miso glaze evenly over them, and toss to coat.
- Step 5: Return to oven for 10-12 minutes until glaze is bubbling and deeply caramelized.
- Step 6: Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add sage leaves and fry for 1-2 minutes until crisp and golden, then sprinkle over potatoes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Sage take to make?
Total time is about 42 minutes (10 min prep + 32 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 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 sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with 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 Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Sage for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Sage 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
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Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
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My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
