Heart-Healthy Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in a wholesome and nourishing dish with our *Heart-Healthy Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes*. This simple yet flavorful recipe transforms humble sweet potatoes into a tender, caramelized delight with a crispy skin. Coated in heart-healthy olive oil and seasoned with sea salt, black pepper, and a hint of cinnamon, the sweet potatoes are baked to perfection, yielding a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the savory spices. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbal brightness, this easy-to-prepare side dish is perfect for boosting your meal's nutritional value. Ready in under an hour, these baked sweet potatoes are an excellent choice for a nutritious dinner or as a versatile base for creative toppings like avocado or grilled vegetables. Whether you're looking for a heart-healthy recipe or simply a flavorful option for clean eating, this is one dish you’ll come back to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Using a fork, pierce each sweet potato 6-8 times around the outer surface. This allows steam to escape during baking.
Rub each sweet potato with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated. This will help them crisp up as they bake.
Sprinkle the sweet potatoes with sea salt, ground black pepper, and a touch of cinnamon for added flavor.
Place the sweet potatoes directly on the middle oven rack, and position a baking sheet or piece of foil on the lower rack to catch any drippings.
Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Once baked, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes.
Slice each sweet potato down the center lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add a burst of color and flavor.
Serve warm as a nutritious side dish or a main with your choice of heart-healthy toppings like avocado or grilled vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2625 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1943 mg | 41% | |
*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.
