Whole roasted sweet potatoes are a delightful and versatile side dish that can elevate any meal. Whether you prefer them crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, or tender and caramelized all the way through, there's a perfect recipe out there to satisfy your cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a flavorful and healthy dish that will impress your family and friends.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
OVEN ROASTED SWEET POTATOES
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
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 SWEET POTATOES WITH HONEY AND CINNAMON
Tyler Florence's Roasted Sweet Potatoes from Food Network are made even sweeter and stickier with honey, cinnamon and 30 minutes in a hot oven.
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Lay the sweet potatoes out in a single layer on a roasting tray. Drizzle the oil, honey, cinnamon, salt and pepper over the potatoes. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes in oven or until tender.
- Take sweet potatoes out of the oven and transfer them to a serving platter. Drizzle with more extra-virgin olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calorie, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 216 milligrams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 24 grams
WHOLE ROASTED SWEET POTATOES
A quick how to on making Whole Roasted Sweet Potatoes. Easy and my go-to method for perfectly cooked sweet potatoes. Serves 4 but can easily be doubled or cut in half.
Provided by Laurie McNamara
Categories Kitchen Basics
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375° and scrub sweet potatoes. Pat dry and place on a rimmed, metal baking sheet.
- Spray or toss potatoes with olive oil and massage it into the skin.
- Once your oven is preheated, bake the sweet potatoes on the middle rack for 50 minutes or up to 1 hour and 15. This will depend on the size of your sweet potatoes.
- Potatoes are done when a fork or knife pierces effortlessly.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 132 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 41 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g
GARLIC-ROASTED SWEET POTATOES
This unexpected combination is so tasty. It makes a wonderful fall or winter side dish with any meat. Double or triple the recipe to feed a bigger group.-Carol Ferranti, Esmond, Rhode Island
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small baking dish, combine the sweet potatoes and garlic. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until tender, stirring every 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 165mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
LEMONY ROASTED SWEET POTATOES
These sweet potatoes became a family tradition when I was a child and now is a one of my family's favorites. The flavor of fresh lemon compliments the sweet potatoes and the touch of brown sugar results in a nice glaze.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place sweet potatoes in a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Combine the butter, lemon juice and salt; drizzle over sweet potatoes. Sprinkle with brown sugar and lemon zest., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring every 15 minutes. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
OVEN-ROASTED SWEET POTATOES
Make perfectly roasted sweet potatoes that are fluffy on the inside and lightly browned at the edges for a colourful side dish. Add a few sliced red onions to the roasting tin, if you like
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Side dish
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 230C/210C fan/gas 8. Chop the sweet potatoes into 2-3cm cubes.
- Tip into a large, shallow roasting tin, drizzle with the oil and season with salt and pepper. If you're adding additional veg or herbs, such as sliced red onions, garlic cloves and thyme, tip these in as well. Toss everything together to coat in the oil, then roast for 20 mins. Toss again to ensure the potatoes cook evenly, and roast for another 15-20 mins until the potatoes are lightly browned on the outside and tender when pierced with a fork or knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 60 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 31 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.29 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes.
- Prick the sweet potatoes all over with a fork before roasting to help them cook evenly.
- Roast the sweet potatoes at a high temperature (425 degrees Fahrenheit) for a crispy skin and tender interior.
- To make roasted sweet potato fries, cut the sweet potatoes into wedges or fries before roasting.
- Roasted sweet potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Roasted sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed on their own or used in a variety of recipes. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they are also low in calories and fat. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a hearty main course, roasted sweet potatoes are a great option.
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