Miso Roasted Winter Vegetables (View Print Version)

Winter roots caramelized and glazed with savory miso for a flavorful, hearty side or main.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 tbsp white miso paste
05 - 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
08 - 1 tbsp soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
09 - 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
10 - 1 clove garlic, minced
11 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (optional)

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

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. 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 in a large bowl until smooth.
03 - Add turnips, rutabaga, and beets to the glaze. Toss until all vegetable chunks are evenly coated.
04 - Spread the glazed vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until vegetables are tender and caramelized at the edges.
06 - Transfer vegetables to a serving dish. Optionally sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Packed with rich umami flavor and nutritious root vegetables
  • Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free & makes a beautiful side or main dish
02 -
  • This recipe contains soy due to miso paste and soy sauce
  • Use gluten free soy sauce for a totally gluten free dish
03 -
  • For extra zip, add a dash of chili flakes to your glaze mixture before roasting
  • You can swap in carrots or parsnips for any of the root vegetables, depending on what you have
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