Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Roasted sweet potatoes with bold spices and crispy edges. This easy side dish is loaded with big flavor and perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners.
Servings: 6
Calories: 182kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (~3 medium) sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil for a higher-smoke point
Roasted Sweet Potato Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for a touch of heat
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar optional, to play off the sweetness of the potatoes
- Optional finish: chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, a light drizzle of lime juice , coarse sea salt, chili flakes (I love chili crisp!)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). EXTRA CRISPY TIP: Preheat your baking sheet in the oven before adding the potatoes.
- Peel (or leave skins on for extra texture) and cut the sweet potatoes into roughly ½-inch cubes. Try to keep them uniform so they cook evenly.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubes with oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, cayenne (if using), and brown sugar (if using). Make sure each piece is nicely coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Don’t overcrowd - spacing is key for crispy edges instead of steaming.
- Roast for about 30 minutes, flipping or tossing halfway through (around the 10-15 minute mark) to promote even browning. Look for golden, caramelized edges and tender centers.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with chopped herbs, a drizzle of lime juice, coarse sea salt, and chili flakes for a bright, spicy finish.
- Enjoy! Serve hot as a side dish or as part of your meal (tacos, grain bowls, salads, you name it!)
Nutrition
Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 472mg | Potassium: 528mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 21554IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg