Healthy Sweet Potato Sensation
Elevate your healthy eating game with the irresistible "Healthy Sweet Potato Sensation"! This wholesome recipe combines tender, oven-roasted sweet potatoes with a luscious Greek yogurt and honey drizzle, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The dish is beautifully topped with crunchy toasted pecans, juicy pomegranate seeds, a hint of warm cinnamon, and a burst of fresh cilantro for a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep time, this nutrient-packed recipe is not only visually stunning but also a satisfying option for a light meal or a crowd-pleasing side dish. Perfect for those seeking gluten-free, nutrient-rich comfort food, this sweet potato creation is as delicious as it is nourishing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 cup toasted pecans
- 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Pat them dry and prick each potato several times with a fork.
Rub each sweet potato with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with half of the salt and black pepper. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the yogurt topping by mixing Greek yogurt, honey, and a pinch of ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Slice each potato down the center lengthwise and gently push the ends toward the middle to open them up.
Sprinkle the insides of the sweet potatoes with the remaining cinnamon and salt.
Top each sweet potato with a dollop of the prepared yogurt mixture, followed by toasted pecans, pomegranate seeds, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor and color.
Serve immediately and enjoy this Healthy Sweet Potato Sensation as a nutritious meal or a delightful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1084 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 2693 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.7 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.9 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 412 mg | 9% | |
*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.
