Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato & Kale Sheet Pan Roast

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

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Perfectly caramelized sweet potatoes and tender kale coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze, making this vegetable side the best ever for any meal. This Japanese-American-inspired vegetarian recipe (gluten-free, vegan), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, kale, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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-American cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 large, peeled and diced into 3/4-inch cubes sweet potatoes
1 bunch (6 oz), stems removed and leaves torn kale
2 tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 2: Roast for 15 minutes, then flip potatoes and add kale. Toss again to coat with oil.
Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk miso paste, maple syrup, sesame oil, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
Step 4: Pour miso glaze over roasted vegetables and toss gently to coat. Return to oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender and edges are crispy.
Step 5: Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.