Cajun Baked Sweet Potato
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Cajun Baked Sweet Potato recipe—a perfect balance of bold spices and natural sweetness. Coated in a tantalizing blend of Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika, these sweet potatoes are baked to perfection with a crispy skin and tender, melt-in-your-mouth center. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a hearty 45-minute bake, this easy and healthy recipe is a time-saving crowd-pleaser. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, these spiced sweet potatoes are versatile enough to pair with grilled meats, roasted veggies, or enjoyed on their own. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and bursting with smoky, savory goodness, this recipe is a must-try addition to your dinner rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then pat them dry with a clean towel.
Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Rub each sweet potato with the seasoned olive oil mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.
Place the sweet potatoes on the lined baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until they are tender and the skin is crisp. You can test for doneness by inserting a fork or knife into the center; it should glide through easily.
Once cooked, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Serve the sweet potatoes whole or sliced open, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Optionally, you can add a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of shredded cheese for extra richness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3459 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
