Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Ginger Salad

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A vibrant salad featuring roasted sweet potatoes glazed with miso and ginger, balanced with fresh greens and a tangy dressing. This asian fusion-inspired salads (vegetarian, gluten free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs white miso paste, grated fresh ginger, sesame oil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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 Asian Fusion cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Toss 2 peeled and cubed medium sweet potatoes with the miso-ginger glaze until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, whisk together 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp soy sauce in a small bowl to make the dressing.
  5. Step 5: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 2 thinly sliced scallions, and the roasted sweet potatoes. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the salad before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Ginger Salad 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 Ginger Salad?

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 Ginger Salad?

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 Ginger Salad 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 Ginger Salad vegetarian?

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

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