Miso-Roasted Cauliflower with Maple Glaze
Crispy roasted cauliflower florets coated in a savory-sweet miso-maple glaze. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs white miso paste, maple syrup, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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 large head, cut into florets cauliflower
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 large head cauliflower florets with 1 tsp sesame oil and 1/4 tsp salt on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes until edges are golden and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 3: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp water in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 4: Remove cauliflower from oven and brush generously with miso glaze. Return to oven and roast for 5 more minutes until glaze bubbles and thickens.
- Step 5: Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Roasted Cauliflower with Maple Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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-Roasted Cauliflower with Maple Glaze?
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-Roasted Cauliflower with Maple Glaze?
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-Roasted Cauliflower with Maple Glaze 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-Roasted Cauliflower with Maple Glaze 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
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
