Miso-Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale Salad
A warming salad with roasted sweet potatoes, kale, and a savory miso dressing. This japanese-inspired salads (vegan, gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, kale, miso paste 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 320 calories and feeds 2, 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.
Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs sweet potatoes
- 5 oz kale
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1.25 lbs cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tsp sesame oil and roast for 25 minutes until tender.
- Step 2: Massage 5 oz chopped kale with 1 tbsp rice vinegar for 2 minutes until softened and vibrant green.
- Step 3: Whisk miso paste, remaining sesame oil, maple syrup, and 1 tbsp water until smooth. Toss with roasted sweet potatoes and kale. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale Salad 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 Sweet Potato and Kale 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 sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale 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-Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sweet Potato and Kale Salad vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, 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
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
