Miso-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame
Sweet roasted carrots coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze, finished with crunchy toasted sesame seeds for a perfect balance of umami and texture. This japanese-inspired vegetarian ready in about 35 minutes pairs white miso paste, maple syrup, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 145 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 lb, peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks carrots
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss carrots with 1 tsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast carrots for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Step 3: While carrots roast, whisk miso paste, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 4: Remove carrots from oven and brush generously with miso glaze. Return to oven for 5 more minutes until glaze is bubbly and sticky.
- Step 5: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately while warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Roasted 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 white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Roasted 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 Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame 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.
What goes well with Miso-Glazed Roasted Carrots with Toasted Sesame?
Japanese vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
