Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Carrot Medley
Sweet potatoes and carrots caramelized in a savory miso glaze, roasted until tender and deeply flavorful. This japanese-inspired sheet pan (gluten-free, vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs peeled and cubed sweet potatoes, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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 lbs, peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
- 1 lb, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces carrots
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 2 lbs peeled and cubed sweet potatoes and 1 lb peeled and cut carrots with 1 tsp sesame oil in a large bowl.
- Step 2: Whisk 3 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl until smooth. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
- Step 3: Spread vegetables on a baking sheet, roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway, until caramelized and tender at the edges, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Carrot Medley 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 Sweet Potato and Carrot Medley?
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 Sweet Potato and Carrot Medley?
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 Sweet Potato and Carrot Medley 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 Sweet Potato and Carrot Medley gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
- ★☆☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
