Miso Roasted Winter Vegetables (Printable)

Caramelized winter roots tossed in a savory miso glaze for a hearty, flavorful side or main.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
02 - 1 medium rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
03 - 2 medium beets, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

→ Miso Glaze

04 - 3 tablespoons white miso paste
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (gluten-free if required)
09 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
10 - 1 clove garlic, minced
11 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (optional)

12 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
13 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together white miso paste, maple syrup or honey, olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and black pepper until smooth in a large bowl.
03 - Add turnips, rutabaga, and beets to the bowl and toss to evenly coat all pieces with the miso glaze.
04 - Spread the coated vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until vegetables are tender and caramelized at the edges.
06 - Transfer roasted vegetables to a serving dish and optionally garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Packed with savory-sweet umami flavor
  • Works as a satisfying vegetarian main or side
02 -
  • This dish is gluten-free if you use gluten-free soy sauce
  • The recipe can be adapted to include other root vegetables such as carrots or parsnips
03 -
  • Add a dash of chili flakes to the glaze for a spicy kick
  • Cut vegetables evenly for uniform roasting and caramelization
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