Description
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these roasted sweet potatoes are the ultimate healthy side dish that fits just about any meal. With their natural sweetness enhanced by a simple seasoning blend and high-heat roasting, they’re the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Whether you’re hunting for quick breakfast ideas, an easy dinner side, or healthy snack food ideas, this recipe has you covered. It’s minimal effort, maximum flavor — and great for meal prep or last-minute weeknight meals.
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Peel or scrub the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
3. In a large bowl, toss the cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
4. Spread the seasoned potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer without overcrowding.
5. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and fork-tender.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
Cut sweet potatoes evenly to ensure even cooking.
Don’t overcrowd the pan to maintain crispiness.
Add cayenne or chili flakes if you want a spicy twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg