Sheet Pan Miso-Glazed Carrots with Sesame
Crispy roasted carrots glazed with miso and sesame, finished with a hint of citrus for a simple vegetable side. This japanese-inspired quick meals (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs carrots, white miso paste, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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
- 2 lbs carrots
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and cut carrots into 2-inch lengths with diagonal cuts.
- Step 2: Toss carrots in a bowl with 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp rice vinegar until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Arrange carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan and roast for 25 minutes, turning once halfway, until tender and caramelized at edges.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 1 tsp lemon zest, tossing gently to coat.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Miso-Glazed Carrots with Sesame 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 Sheet Pan Miso-Glazed Carrots with Sesame?
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 carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Miso-Glazed Carrots with Sesame?
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 Sheet Pan Miso-Glazed Carrots with Sesame 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 Sheet Pan Miso-Glazed Carrots with Sesame vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, 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
- ★★★★★
Quick and delicious! I made these for my kids and they devoured them. The sesame adds such a nice crunch.
- ★★★★★
These carrots were amazing! The miso glaze was perfect and they roasted to caramelized perfection. My family loved them as a side.
- ★★★★☆
Simple and tasty. My wife enjoyed the sesame crunch.
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