Miso Pasta Salad Fall Veggies (Printable)

Pasta tossed with roasted fall vegetables and miso dressing for a satisfying vegetarian meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 9 ounces short pasta (fusilli, penne, or farfalle)

→ Fall Vegetables

02 - 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
03 - 1 cup Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
04 - 1 cup butternut squash, peeled and cubed
05 - 1 small red onion, sliced
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Miso Dressing

08 - 2 tablespoons white miso paste
09 - 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
12 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 garlic clove, minced
15 - 1 to 2 tablespoons water, to thin as needed

→ Garnishes

16 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds
17 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
18 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss sweet potato, Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread in an even layer on a large baking sheet and roast for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring once, until the vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
03 - Meanwhile, cook pasta in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt further cooking.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together white miso paste, rice vinegar, olive oil, maple syrup or honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons water to adjust to a pourable consistency.
05 - In a large bowl, toss pasta with roasted vegetables and miso dressing until evenly coated.
06 - Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds, chopped parsley, and sesame seeds if desired. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Features hearty fall vegetables for fantastic texture and nutrition
  • Creamy miso dressing brings deep savory flavor and fusion flair
02 -
  • This salad can be made ahead and keeps well for 2–3 days in the fridge
  • If using gluten-free pasta, check cooking times to avoid mushiness
03 -
  • Add roasted chickpeas or cooked edamame for extra protein
  • Swap in other seasonal veggies like carrots or parsnips as desired
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