Miso Roasted Winter Vegetables (Printable)

Caramelized winter root vegetables glazed with savory-sweet miso, perfect as hearty sides or mains.

# 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 needed)
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

# Method:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich, savory flavor from miso glaze
  • Easy to customize with your favorite root vegetables
02 -
  • This dish is gluten-free if you use gluten-free soy sauce
  • Contains soy from miso paste and soy sauce
03 -
  • Stir vegetables halfway through roasting for best caramelization
  • For extra flavor, let the vegetables marinate in the glaze for 10 minutes before roasting
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