Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Tender, slightly caramelized Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a wholesome and versatile side dish. Roast a sheet pan full for an easy, delicious meal.
Servings: 6
Calories: 245kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ½ pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic or garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon fine ground sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Peel the sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks, and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the top and toss with a spatula or your hands until all the sweet potatoes are well coated with oil. Sprinkle the cumin, granulated garlic (or garlic powder), salt, and cayenne over the top and drizzle evenly with the honey. Toss again to distribute the seasoning and honey.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 15 minutes. Toss the sweet potatoes with a spatula and continue to roast for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, tossing once or twice, until tender and browned.
Nutrition
Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 910mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 36360IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 2mg