Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Simple and delicious roasted sweet potatoes that become tender and caramelized, perfect as a crowd-pleasing side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and position a rack in the center.
- Put the cubed sweet potatoes in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
- Add the salt and black pepper, tossing until every cube is lightly coated.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra browning, finish under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely. Cool leftovers to room temperature no longer than two hours before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg