Roasted Sweet Potatoes - A Beautiful Mess

Roasted sweet potatoes are a tasty and healthy side dish that you can easily make in about 30 minutes.

I love it alongside steak or chicken, but you can also top these roasted sweet potatoes with a fried egg or a breakfast or vegetarian meal.

Sweet potatoes are just amazing. They’re a great source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber. Plus, they’re naturally cute – so even my little son likes them.

Related: Want to take this recipe to the next level? Try roasted sweet potatoes with whipped feta. Wow!

Ingredients:

sweet potatoes
olive oil
garlic powder
paprika
Brown sugar
salt and pepper

If you have fresh herbs like parsley or rosemary, you can top them with a tablespoon or so, but it’s not necessary (only one option).

How to Roast Sweet Potatoes:

Peel and rinse potatoes. Then cut into bite-sized cubes.

Place in one layer on a baking sheet. If they don’t fit, use a second baking sheet. Drizzle the oil over it. Sprinkle spices and sugar on top. Turn so everything is well coated.

Roast at 425°F for 30 minutes. Halfway through, turn the sweet potato pieces.

Tips for Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes:

The brown sugar helps bring out the sweet potatoes’ natural sweetness, but if you’re avoiding sugar altogether, you can omit it and this recipe still works great.
You can use other cooking 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 pepper.

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frequently asked Questions

How long does it take to roast sweet potatoes?

Bake at 425°F for 30 minutes, turning the diced pieces once halfway through baking.

Is It Best To Boil Sweet Potatoes Before Roasting?

No, sweet potatoes do not need to be boiled before frying.

Why aren’t my sweet potatoes crispy?

Be careful not to overfill the baking sheet. If the sweet potato chunks don’t fit into one layer (so they’re all touching the pan), use a second baking sheet.

Can you eat sweet potato skins?

Yes you can. If you want to leave the skins on before frying, simply scrub them well with water to remove dirt before dicing and follow the rest of this recipe.

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How to Make the Best Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes.

yield 4

Preparation 5 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

In total 35 minutes

instructions

Peel and rinse potatoes. Then cut into bite-sized cubes.
Place in one layer on a baking sheet. If they don’t fit, use a second baking sheet.
Drizzle the oil over it.
Sprinkle spices and sugar on top.
Turn so everything is well coated.
Roast at 425°F for 30 minutes. Halfway through, turn the sweet potato pieces.

Remarks

You can also use other cooking oils like coconut oil or even butter if you prefer.
Herbs that go well with sweet potatoes include: rosemary, cilantro, parsley, and thyme.

Nourishment

nutritional information

roasted sweet potatoes

amount per serving

% Daily Value*

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Note: Nutrition is automatically calculated using Spoonacular for your convenience. Where appropriate, we recommend using your own nutritional calculations.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes – A Beautiful Mess