Description
Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a simple and delicious side dish featuring tender, naturally sweet potatoes roasted to golden crispiness. Made with minimal ingredients and easy steps, they bring warmth and comfort to any meal while offering versatility to suit various flavor preferences and dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized firm sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Spices
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of chili flakes
Instructions
- Prep the Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel your sweet potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized 1-inch cubes to ensure uniform roasting and a perfect crispy exterior with tender inside.
- Season with Oil and Spices: Place the potato cubes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then add salt, black pepper, and any optional spices such as paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, or chili flakes. Toss thoroughly until all pieces are well coated.
- Spread Evenly and Roast: Arrange the seasoned cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a non-stick surface. Space the pieces out to avoid overcrowding, which helps them crisp rather than steam.
- Roast Until Golden: Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25–30 minutes. Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning and crispiness on all sides.
- Serve Warm and Enjoy: Once tender inside and golden crispy outside, remove from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, add a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
Notes
- Use high heat (425°F/220°C) to achieve a crisp exterior without drying the inside.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; spacing pieces improves browning and texture.
- Cut sweet potatoes into uniform pieces for even cooking and to avoid mushy or burnt sections.
- Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through roasting to ensure all sides develop a crispy crust.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking, preserving crispy edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg