Low Sodium Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these Low Sodium Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes—a simple yet flavorful recipe that’s both heart-healthy and irresistibly delicious. Featuring tender, caramelized sweet potatoes rubbed with olive oil and enhanced by optional hints of ground cinnamon and freshly cracked black pepper, this dish is an excellent choice for those watching their sodium intake. With minimal prep and straightforward techniques, these baked sweet potatoes shine as a wholesome addition to weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Garnished with fresh thyme for a sophisticated touch, they pair beautifully with any main course and are naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with nutrients. Let every bite bring comfort and goodness straight from your oven!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy clean-up.
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking, which prevents them from bursting.
Rub each sweet potato with olive oil until they are completely coated. This helps to keep the skin moist and adds flavor.
Sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper and ground cinnamon, if using, for added flavor.
Arrange the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced for even cooking.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
Test for doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part of the potato; it should easily slide in without resistance.
Once cooked, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Serve the baked sweet potatoes whole, or cut them open and fluff the insides with a fork.
Garnish with fresh thyme and enjoy as a deliciously simple, low-sodium side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
705 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 289 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1766 mg | 38% | |
*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.
