Miso-Glazed Maple Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes roasted until caramelized with a savory-sweet miso-maple glaze, topped with toasted sesame seeds for nutty depth. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 37 minutes pairs white miso paste, pure maple syrup, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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
- 2 medium, peeled and cubed 3/4 inch sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with 1/2 tsp sesame oil and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until edges begin to brown and potatoes are tender when pierced.
- Step 3: While potatoes roast, whisk miso paste, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and 1 tsp water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in remaining 1/2 tsp sesame oil.
- Step 4: Remove potatoes from oven and brush generously with miso glaze. Return to oven for 5-7 minutes until glaze is bubbling and sticky, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Maple Sweet Potatoes 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 Sweet Potatoes?
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 Sweet Potatoes?
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 Sweet Potatoes 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 Sweet Potatoes 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
- ★★★★★
Perfect vegetarian recipe for a weeknight dinner.
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
