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Quick Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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This recipe combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a drizzle of honey and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.

Avocado oil coats the potatoes before roasting, helping create a crispy exterior while keeping the interior tender and moist. If you want to add a bit of crunch, you can also include some chopped pecans.

This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner, a potluck, or any other occasion when you want to enjoy a wholesome and flavorful dish. So let's get roasting!

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Quick Roasted Sweet Potatoes

How to Make Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.

Heat the oven to 400 degrees F and arrange a rack in the middle. While the oven heats, place pecans on a baking sheet to toast until they smell nutty and are slightly darker, about 5 minutes.

Remove from oven and set aside. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with avocado oil and honey. Sprinkle with cinnamon, nutmeg, and kosher salt over the potatoes and toss to coat.

Roast until golden brown and tender when pierced with a knife, about 25 to 30 minutes. Serve roasted sweet potatoes with a drizzle of honey and a scattering of pecans.

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Quick Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Easy Roasted Sweet Potatoes

BY Camila Benitez
Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that's also healthy? Look no further than roasted sweet potatoes! This recipe combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a drizzle of honey and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10

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Ingredients
  

  • 4 sweet potatoes , peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ¼ cup avocado oil , plus more for drizzling potatoes after cooked
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon fresh nutmeg , grated
  • ⅔ cup roughly chopped pecans , optional
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees F and arrange a rack in the middle.
  • While the oven heats, place pecans on a baking sheet to toast until they smell nutty and are slightly darker, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
  • Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and drizzle with avocado oil and honey. Sprinkle with cinnamon, nutmeg, and kosher salt over the potatoes and toss to coat. Roast until golden brown and tender when pierced with a knife, about 25 to 30 minutes. Serve roasted sweet potatoes with a drizzle of honey and a scattering of pecans.

Notes

How to Store & Re-Heat
To store: Let them cool to room temperature, and then transfer them to an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag. You can store roasted sweet potatoes in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 
To reheat: There are a few options, which as preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, spread the roasted sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and heat them in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated. In the microwave, transfer the roasted sweet potatoes to a microwave-safe dish and heat them in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
Make-Ahead
Follow the recipe as directed and roast them until they are tender and caramelized. Let them cool completely to room temperature. Transfer the roasted sweet potatoes to an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag and store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
How to Freeze
Let the roasted sweet potatoes cool to room temperature. Next, transfer the sweet potatoes to a freezer-safe container or a resealable freezer bag. Make sure to remove as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn. Label the container or bag with the date and the contents. Place the container or bag in the freezer and store for up to 3 months. To re-heat them, Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the frozen sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Amount per Serving
Calories
203
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Sodium
 
79
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
341
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
27
g
9
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
11
g
12
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
12830
IU
257
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
37
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.

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