Miso-Tahini Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes roasted with a savory-sweet miso-tahini glaze for deep umami flavor. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegan, gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs medium sweet potatoes, white miso paste, tahini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 2, 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 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and cut 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 1/2 tsp sesame oil on a baking sheet; roast for 20 minutes until edges begin to brown.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 1 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp tahini, 1 tsp maple syrup, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: After 20 minutes, remove potatoes from oven and brush generously with miso-tahini mixture. Return to oven and roast for 5 more minutes until caramelized and sticky on the edges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Tahini Roasted Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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-Tahini Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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 medium sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Tahini Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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-Tahini Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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-Tahini Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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
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Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
