Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Lime Chipotle
Elevate your side dish game with these Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Lime Chipotle—a bold and vibrant twist on a classic comfort food. Sweet potatoes are blended to silky perfection with creamy butter and half-and-half, then infused with smoky heat from chipotle peppers and brightened with fresh lime juice and zest. A touch of honey balances the flavors, creating a harmonious blend of sweet, smoky, and tangy in every bite. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, these mashed sweet potatoes are perfect for weeknight dinners, festive gatherings, or as a stand-out holiday side dish. Garnish with a touch of lime zest for a zesty finishing flair and pair with grilled meats or roasted vegetables for a complete, flavor-packed meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup half-and-half
- 1 medium chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
Place the sweet potato cubes into a large pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat and let the sweet potatoes simmer until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Test by piercing with a fork; the potatoes should easily break apart.
While the sweet potatoes cook, finely chop the chipotle pepper and set it aside. Zest the lime and juice it, ensuring both are ready to use.
Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit in the pot for 1-2 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Add the butter, half-and-half, chopped chipotle pepper, lime juice, lime zest, honey, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
Mash the sweet potatoes using a potato masher or fork. For a smoother consistency, use a hand mixer or immersion blender.
Taste the mashed sweet potatoes and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice or salt to suit your preference.
Serve immediately as a side dish, garnished with a sprinkle of extra lime zest or a dollop of butter if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.1 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 165 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 1088 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.9 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.3 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 282 mg | 6% | |
*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.
