Miso-Maple Glazed Carrots with Smoked Paprika

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-19 · Updated 2026-04-19

Honey-caramelized carrots coated in a savory-sweet miso-maple glaze, finished with a hint of smoked paprika for a vibrant side dish. This Japanese-American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs carrots, maple syrup, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 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

• 1 lb, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch coins carrots
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp white miso paste
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 1 lb sliced carrots in a medium saucepan and cover with 1/4 cup water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 8 minutes until tender but still firm.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp white miso paste, and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil until smooth.
3. Step 3: Drain carrots, reserving 2 tbsp cooking liquid. Return carrots to the saucepan, add the miso-maple mixture, and 2 tbsp reserved liquid. Stir to coat evenly.
4. Step 4: Cook over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the carrots like a glaze.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, and let sit for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.