Description
Savory roasted sweet potatoes are a delightful, healthy side dish that adds warmth and flavor to any meal. With their natural sweetness enhanced by a blend of aromatic spices, these tender, caramelized cubes are not only simple to prepare but also versatile enough to complement a variety of main courses. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe guarantees to impress your guests while providing a nutritious addition to your plate. Enjoy the ease of making this comforting dish with ingredients you likely already have on hand!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into uniform cubes, about 2 inches each.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, tossing every 10-15 minutes until they are golden brown and fork-tender.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg