Cajun Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Transform your side dishes with the bold, smoky flavors of Cajun Roasted Sweet Potatoes! This easy recipe combines perfectly caramelized sweet potatoes with a homemade Cajun spice blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of cayenne for a subtle kick. Tossed in olive oil and roasted to perfection, these crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside sweet potato cubes are a crowd-pleasing accompaniment to any meal. Ready in just 40 minutes and naturally gluten-free and vegan, they're the ultimate versatile dish—serve them alongside grilled proteins, in salads, or simply enjoy as a snack. Bring a touch of Louisiana flair to your table with this delicious, nutrient-packed recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Try to keep the pieces roughly the same size for even cooking.
Place the sweet potato cubes in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potatoes and toss to coat them evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Sprinkle the Cajun spice mix over the sweet potatoes, tossing until all the pieces are fully coated.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil. Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the sheet, making sure they are not crowded (use a second sheet if needed).
Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, flipping them halfway through. They should be golden brown and crisp on the edges when done.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for 2–3 minutes.
Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.6 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1473 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 136 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.
