Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Kale Sheet Pan
Sweet potatoes and kale roasted with a savory-sweet miso glaze for a caramelized, umami-rich side or main. This japanese-american-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free) ready in about 42 minutes pairs bunch, stems removed and chopped kale, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 lb, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1 bunch, stems removed and chopped kale
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 2 lb diced sweet potatoes with 1 tsp sesame oil and 1/4 tsp salt on a sheet pan.
- Step 2: Roast for 15 minutes, then remove and add 1 bunch chopped kale to the pan, tossing to coat.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp sesame oil until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour miso mixture over roasted sweet potatoes and kale, tossing until evenly coated.
- Step 5: Return to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and kale is crisp-edged.
- Step 6: Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato and Kale Sheet Pan take to make?
Total time is about 42 minutes (15 min prep + 27 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 Kale Sheet Pan?
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 Kale Sheet Pan?
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 Kale Sheet Pan 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 Kale Sheet Pan gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged 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.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 27-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
