Description
Miso Glazed Carrots are a delightful side dish that brings together tender, caramelized carrots and a rich miso glaze. Bursting with sweet and savory flavors, they’re perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. This visually stunning dish is quick to prepare and will leave your guests asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together miso paste, honey (or maple syrup), olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss the sliced carrots in the glaze until evenly coated.
- Spread the carrots on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (85g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, toss in chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts. Substitute miso with tahini for a different flavor profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days and reheat gently.