Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Bok Choy

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Sweet potatoes coated in savory miso glaze and roasted until caramelized, paired with tender bok choy for a balanced side dish. This japanese-inspired sheet pan (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs tablespoons white miso paste, tablespoons rice vinegar, tablespoon honey 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons white miso paste, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Place 2 cups cubed sweet potatoes and 1 bunch bok choy pieces in a large bowl, then pour the miso glaze over and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Spread vegetables on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway, until sweet potatoes are tender and edges are slightly caramelized, then sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sesame seeds before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Potatoes with Bok Choy?

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 tablespoons white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Bok Choy?

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 Potatoes with Bok Choy 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 Potatoes with Bok Choy vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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