Description
The Best Roasted Sweet Potatoes are golden, crispy-on-the-outside and tender-on-the-inside sweet potatoes that are easy to prepare and bring a perfect balance of natural sweetness and savory flavors. Ideal as a versatile, healthy side dish or snack, this recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort while delivering maximum flavor and texture. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a simple yet stunning accompaniment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled if desired and cut into 1-inch cubes or wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional Spices
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Fresh Herbs (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature is essential for roasting the sweet potatoes to crispy perfection without drying them out.
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel the sweet potatoes if desired, then cut them into uniform cubes or wedges about 1-inch thick. This consistency ensures even cooking and browning.
- Season the Potatoes: Transfer sweet potato pieces to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt, black pepper, and any additional spices you love. Toss everything well so every piece is nicely coated.
- Arrange on a Baking Sheet: Spread the sweet potatoes out on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. This helps air circulate, ensuring they turn golden and crispy instead of steaming.
- Roast Until Tender and Crispy: Roast the sweet potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through. They’re done when the edges turn a deep golden brown and the centers are soft when pierced with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Once out of the oven, sprinkle chopped fresh herbs over the top and add a final pinch of salt if needed. Serve warm and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Choose similarly sized sweet potato pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Don’t skip the olive oil to develop a crispy golden crust.
- Use a high oven temperature to caramelize sugars while keeping the inside creamy.
- Flip the potatoes once halfway through roasting to roast evenly without sticking.
- Experiment with seasonings like cinnamon, cumin, or smoked paprika for new flavor layers.
- Roast with skin on for extra texture and nutrients if preferred.
- Add fresh herbs after roasting to avoid burning delicate leaves.
- To reheat and maintain crispiness, warm leftovers in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 10–15 minutes instead of using a microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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