Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes—where sweet meets tangy for a flavor-packed experience. Tender cubes of sweet potatoes are lightly boiled, then baked to perfection in a buttery glaze infused with honey, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic zest. The result is a caramelized, golden dish that balances natural sweetness with a bright citrusy kick. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish, making this easy recipe perfect for both weeknight dinners and holiday feasts. Ready in just under an hour, these zesty sweet potatoes will transform your table with their unbeatable combination of flavors and textures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
Place the sweet potato cubes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until all ingredients are well combined, then remove from heat.
Place the partially cooked sweet potatoes in a greased baking dish. Pour the lemon glaze evenly over the sweet potatoes, and toss gently to coat them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are fully cooked and caramelized on the edges.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired for garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy your Lemon Glazed Sweet Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.1 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1764 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 95 mg | 2% | |
*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.
