Delicious Easy Roasted Sweet Potatoes for Effortless Flavor

This Easy Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe features tender, golden bites harmonizing savory, sweet, and a hint of spice.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes

2 pounds Sweet Potatoes Choose firm, unblemished ones for best flavor
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be substituted
1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or Himalayan salt preferred
1 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Pepper Adjust to taste

For the Flavor Boost

2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Honey or agave can be used as alternatives
1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional
1 pinch Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste for desired spice

Equipment

oven
mixing bowl
baking sheet
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Combine olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and freshly cracked pepper in a mixing bowl.
Add halved and sliced sweet potatoes to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
Spread tossed sweet potatoes in a single layer on a lined baking sheet.
Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway until tender and caramelized.
Let cool slightly before serving warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 19200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider cutting sweet potato slices evenly for consistent roasting. Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet to achieve crispy edges.

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