Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your side-dish game with these Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roasted Sweet Potatoes, a flavorful, nutrient-packed recipe that's easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious. Featuring sweet potatoes tossed in heart-healthy olive oil and seasoned with smoky paprika, aromatic garlic powder, and a hint of black pepper, this dish is roasted to perfection for a tender interior and caramelized, crispy edges. Ready in under an hour, it's the ultimate combination of wholesome comfort food and vibrant flavors. Garnished with fresh parsley for a refreshing finish, these roasted sweet potatoes make an excellent addition to grain bowls, salads, or as a standalone side. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, this recipe is as versatile as it is nutritious. Whether you're looking for simple roasted vegetable recipes or heart-healthy ideas, this is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1 inch in size, for even roasting.
In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Toss until all the sweet potato pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning.
Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure there's a bit of space between each piece for optimal roasting.
Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, stir or flip the pieces gently, and return to the oven.
Continue roasting for an additional 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and have a golden, crispy exterior.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top before serving for a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish, or incorporate them into salads or grain bowls for an extra nutritional boost.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1475 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| 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 | 155 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.
