Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Sesame and Scallions
Sweet potatoes roasted in a savory-sweet miso glaze, finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a simple vegetarian side. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegan, gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs rice vinegar, white miso paste, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 2 peeled and cubed sweet potatoes (1-inch cubes) in a large bowl. Pour miso mixture over and toss until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until edges are golden and crispy.
- Step 4: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Sesame and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Sesame and Scallions?
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 rice vinegar from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Sesame and Scallions?
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 Sesame and Scallions 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 Sesame and Scallions vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, 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
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this miso-glazed are incredible.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
