Best 5 Balsamic Roasted Yams Recipes

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Balsamic roasted yams, with their caramelized exterior and tender, sweet interior, are a delightful side dish that can elevate any meal. The balsamic vinegar adds a rich, tangy flavor that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the yams while the roasting process brings out their natural sugars, creating a slightly crispy exterior. Whether you're serving them for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, balsamic roasted yams are sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BALSAMIC ROASTED YAMS



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Make and share this Balsamic Roasted Yams recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon golden brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 large red skinned yams, peeled, cut into 1 1/4 inch dice
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Place balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a large skillet and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes or until the mixture thickens slightly.
  • Add butter and salt and stir until butter melts.
  • Add yams to the pan, stir to coat and season with black pepper.
  • Spread evenly on a rimmed cookie sheet.
  • Bake 40 minutes, or until yams are tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.1, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 370.8, Carbohydrate 43.4, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 3, Protein 2.3

ROASTED BALSAMIC SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     Potato     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Fall     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
3 large red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams), peeled, cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. In large skillet over medium heat, bring balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer until vinegar thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Add butter and salt and stir until butter melts. Add potato pieces to skillet; toss to coat. Season potatoes with freshly ground black pepper. Spread potatoes evenly on rimmed baking sheet. Bake until potatoes are tender and golden, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes. Transfer potatoes to large platter or bowl and serve.

OVEN ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



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My Granny made this for Easter dinner. We were all sitting at the table commenting on how delicious it was. She sat down took a bite and sighed, Ahhh, I'll never make this again. We all told her she was crazy and asked for the recipe.

Provided by CATICALIC

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups chopped peeled sweet potato
1 sweet onions (such as Vidalia®), cut into wedges
2 cloves garlic, sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or more to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Mix sweet potatoes, sweet onion, and garlic in a bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and toss to coat; pour into a shallow roasting pan.
  • Roast sweet potato mixture in preheated oven, turning frequently, until the vegetables are soft and golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the vegetables; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 114.8 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

ROASTED YAMS



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Roasted, thinly sliced yams or potato of your choice, quickly adds a yummy side-dish to your meal. Best when served with chicken, steak, or a mild fish.

Provided by Sara

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 large yam, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet or shallow baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange slices of potato in the prepared pan so they are overlapping slightly. Season with salt and pepper and then drizzle olive oil over them as evenly as possible.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are tender and have begun to wrinkle around the edges, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.5 calories, Carbohydrate 63.4 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 981 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

ROASTED BALSAMIC SWEET POTATOES



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By the end of summer, I'm done with the usual potato salad. This warm, spicy side kicks off cozy season. -Karen Vande Slunt, Watertown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound bacon strips, chopped
4 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup beef stock
2/3 cup balsamic vinegar
4 teaspoons paprika
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin, optional
6 green onions, chopped
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place sweet potatoes in a 15x10x1-in. pan; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Turn to coat. Bake until tender, 30-35 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-low heat until crisp; drain. Discard all but 4 teaspoons drippings., Cook celery and onion in drippings over medium heat until tender, 6-8 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute. Add beef stock and balsamic vinegar; simmer until liquid is reduced by half, 5-8 minutes. Add paprika and, if desired, cumin; cook 1 minute longer., Pour balsamic mixture over sweet potatoes; add bacon. Toss to coat. Top with green onions and, if desired, minced fresh parsley; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 413mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose firm yams with smooth skin and no blemishes.
  • Scrub the yams thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cut the yams into uniform-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • Toss the yams with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper before roasting to enhance their flavor.
  • Roast the yams at a high temperature (400-425°F) to caramelize the balsamic vinegar and create a crispy exterior.
  • Roast the yams until they are tender when pierced with a fork, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Serve the roasted yams immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cheese.

Conclusion:

Balsamic roasted yams are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them sweet, savory, or somewhere in between, these roasted yams are sure to please. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give balsamic roasted yams a try.

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