Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
A simple way to turn everyday sweet potatoes into tender, caramelized cubes with crisp, golden edges, perfect as a speedy side dish or meal-prep shortcut.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika or a pinch of cayenne, optional
- 1 minced garlic clove, optional
- Fresh rosemary or thyme, a few sprigs or 1 teaspoon dried, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Scrub the sweet potatoes and cut them into even 1-inch cubes.
- Toss the cubes with oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25 to 35 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are golden and centers are tender.
Notes
Peeling the sweet potatoes adds a smoother texture, but keeping the skin saves time and adds fiber. Use avocado oil for higher smoke point.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg