Savory Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges with Greens

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Sweet potatoes roasted until caramelized, glazed with umami miso, served with sautéed greens. This asian-inspired whole30 (gluten-free, vegan) ready in about 40 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, white miso paste, avocado oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil 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.

★ 4.3 (15 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cut sweet potatoes into 1-inch wedges.
  2. Step 2: Toss wedges with 1 tbsp avocado oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper. Arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are crisp and tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Step 4: While potatoes roast, chop kale into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and whisk with 2 tbsp miso paste and 1 tbsp water.
  5. Step 5: Sauté kale in a skillet over medium heat with a pinch of salt for 3-4 minutes until wilted. Add miso glaze and cook 1 minute more until fragrant.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Savory Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges with Greens 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 Savory Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges with Greens?

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 Savory Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges with Greens?

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 Savory Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges with Greens 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 Savory Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges with Greens gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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