Roasted sweet potatoes are a flavorful and healthy side dish that you can easily make in about 30 minutes.
I love this alongside steak or chicken tenders, but you can also top these roasted sweet potatoes with a fried egg or a breakfast or vegetarian-friendly meal.
Sweet potatoes are just amazing. They are a great source of vitamins A and C as well as fiber. Plus, they are naturally sweet—so even my toddler son likes them.
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Ingredients:
- Sweet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Brown sugar
- Salt and pepper
If you have some fresh herbs like parsley or rosemary, you can top these with a tablespoon or so but it’s not necessary (just an option).
How to Roast Sweet Potatoes:
Peel and rinse off the potatoes. Then, cut into bite-sized cubes.
Place on a baking sheet in one layer. If they don’t fit, use a second baking sheet. Drizzle the oil over the top. Sprinkle on the seasonings and sugar. Toss so everything gets well coated.
Roast at 425°F for 30 minutes. Halfway through, flip the sweet potato pieces.
Tips For Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- The brown sugar helps to draw out the sweet potatoes natural sweetness, but if you are avoiding sugar altogether you can omit it and this recipe still works great.
- You can use other baking oils like coconut oil or even butter if you prefer.
- Herbs that go well with sweet potatoes include: rosemary, cilantro, parsley, and thyme.
- If you want to add some heat to balance the sweetness of this recipe, try red pepper flakes or cayenne.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to roast sweet potatoes?
Bake at 425°F for 30 minutes, flipping cubed pieces once halfway through baking.
Is it best to boil sweet potatoes before roasting?
No, it’s not necessary to boil sweet potatoes before roasting.
Why won’t my sweet potatoes get crispy?
Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet. If the sweet potatoes pieces don’t fit in one layer (so they are all touching the pan), use a second baking sheet.
Can you eat sweet potato skin?
Yes, you can. If you’d like to leave the skins on before roasting, simply give them a good scrub with water to remove any dirt before cubing and follow the rest of this recipe.
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Instructions
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Peel and rinse off the potatoes. Then, cut into bite-sized cubes.
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Place on a baking sheet in one layer. If they don’t fit, use a second baking sheet.
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Drizzle the oil over the top.
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Sprinkle on the seasonings and sugar.
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Toss so everything gets well coated.
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Roast at 425°F for 30 minutes. Halfway through, flip the sweet potato pieces.
Notes
- You can use other baking oils, like coconut oil or even butter if you prefer.
- Herbs that go well with sweet potatoes include: rosemary, cilantro, parsley, and thyme.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
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% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
