Ginger-Roasted Carrots With Mellow Miso Dressing

Name: Ginger-Roasted Carrots With Mellow Miso Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE GINGER ORANGE MARINADE:; 2 whole Lemons, Zested; 1 whole Orange, Juiced; 2 Tablespoons Ginger, Minced; 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 Tablespoon Sesame Seeds; 1/4 teaspoons Kosher Salt; FOR THE MISO DRESSING:; 1/4 cups Light Miso; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1/2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil; 1 Tablespoon Brown Rice Vinegar; 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup; 2 Tablespoons Water; 1/2 teaspoons Soy Sauce; FOR THE ASSEMBLY:; 2 bunches Small Carrots, Cleaned And Stems Removed; 1 cup Black Rice, Cooked According To Package Instructions; Sesame Seeds, Optional Garnish

Servings: persons

FOR THE GINGER ORANGE MARINADE:
2 whole Lemons, Zested
1 whole Orange, Juiced
2 Tablespoons Ginger, Minced
1 teaspoon Maple Syrup
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Sesame Seeds
1/4 teaspoons Kosher Salt
FOR THE MISO DRESSING:
1/4 cups Light Miso
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1/2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil
1 Tablespoon Brown Rice Vinegar
1 teaspoon Maple Syrup
2 Tablespoons Water
1/2 teaspoons Soy Sauce
FOR THE ASSEMBLY:
2 bunches Small Carrots, Cleaned And Stems Removed
1 cup Black Rice, Cooked According To Package Instructions
Sesame Seeds, Optional Garnish

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For ginger orange marinade:
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In a large bowl, whisk together all of the marinade ingredients. Set aside.
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For mellow miso dressing:
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In a large bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
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For the carrots:
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Put carrots in a bowl with marinade and toss to coat. Place carrots on a lined baking sheet and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Roast carrots for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove carrots from oven. Place over black rice if desired and drizzle with miso dressing.
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For the rice:
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In a saucepan, pour 2 cups of water to 1 cup of rice. Bring to a boil. Then put on simmer for 40 minutes until tender. Or prepare according to the package instructions for your rice variety of choice.

320

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE GINGER ORANGE MARINADE:, 2 whole Lemons, Zested, 1 whole Orange, Juiced, 2 Tablespoons Ginger, Minced, and more.

Yes, Ginger-Roasted Carrots With Mellow Miso Dressing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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