Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli
Sweet potatoes and broccoli coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze, roasted until caramelized and tender. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free, vegan) ready in about 35 minutes pairs florets broccoli, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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 large, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 2 cups, florets broccoli
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 2 cups broccoli florets and 2 large peeled sweet potatoes (cut into 1/2-inch cubes) on a baking sheet. Pour miso glaze over vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Roast for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until sweet potatoes are tender and broccoli edges are charred. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli 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 Sweet Potato and Broccoli?
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 florets broccoli from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli?
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 Sweet Potato and Broccoli 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 Roasted Sweet Potato and Broccoli gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
