Description
Roasted sweet potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, boasting a delightful combination of caramelized edges and creamy interiors. This simple yet scrumptious dish transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience. Perfect for family gatherings, meal prep, or entertaining friends, these vibrant sweet potatoes are sure to steal the show with their irresistible flavor and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 800g)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp cinnamon or smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Peel if desired, then chop them into uniform 1-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and any optional spices until evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure crispiness.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown and tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg