Description
This Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe is simple, healthy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect as a side dish for any meal, it combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with olive oil and spices, creating a delightful caramelization when roasted.
Ingredients
2 pounds Sweet Potatoes
3 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper
- Thoroughly wash the sweet potatoes. Peel if desired, or leave the skin on. Cut into uniform 1-inch cubes or wedges
- Place cut sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and add sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika
- Toss to coat the sweet potatoes evenly with the oil and seasonings
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes
- Remove from the oven, flip the sweet potatoes with a spatula, and return to roast for another 15-20 minutes
- Check for doneness: they should be fork-tender and golden brow
- Serve immediately and enjoy
Notes
You can experiment with different spices or oils based on your preference.
For extra sweetness, consider drizzling maple syrup or honey before roasting.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 40-45 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
