Miso-Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables

Root vegetables glazed with savory miso, honey, and rice vinegar, creating a sweet-savory side dish that reflects the fusion of Asian and American culinary traditions.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces carrots
• 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces parsnips
• 1 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces sweet potato
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp white miso paste
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp (for garnish) sesame seeds
• pinch salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine 2 medium carrots cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 medium parsnips cut into 1-inch pieces, and 1 medium sweet potato cut into 1-inch pieces.
2. Step 2: Drizzle with 3 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Toss until evenly coated.
3. Step 3: Roast for 20 minutes, then remove and stir the vegetables.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder until smooth.
5. Step 5: Pour miso glaze over roasted vegetables, tossing to coat evenly. Return to oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and caramelized.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp sesame seeds and serve warm.