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Sweet Potatoes with Sesame-Pistachios and Miso-Citrus Dressing

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Roasted sweet potatoes topped with crunchy sesame‑pistachios and drizzled with a tangy miso‑citrus dressing—savory, nutty, and bright in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes (about 600 g), peeled and cut into 2 cm cubes
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
  • 2 Tbsp sesame seeds (toasted, mix of white and black if available)
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional garnish)
  • For the dressing:
    • 2 Tbsp white miso paste
    • 2 Tbsp fresh orange or grapefruit juice
    • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
    • 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • 2 Tbsp water (adjust to thin)
    • Pinch of chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  2. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized on edges.
  3. While potatoes roast, toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant and slightly golden; remove and set aside.
  4. Combine dressing ingredients—miso paste, citrus juice, vinegar, honey/maple syrup, sesame oil, water, and chili flakes—in a bowl; whisk until smooth. Add more water if needed for pourable consistency.
  5. When sweet potatoes are done, transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Drizzle with the miso‑citrus dressing.
  6. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped pistachios. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if using.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature as a flavorful side dish.

Notes

  • Use yams or butternut squash as variations.
  • Make it vegan by using maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Adjust citrus juice amount to balance sweetness and tang.
  • For extra creaminess, add a dollop of Greek yogurt or tahini before serving.
  • Leftovers reheat well—just add a splash of citrus dressing to revive flavor.

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