Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes
Brighten up your dinner table with these irresistible Orange Honey Sweet Potatoes—a perfect balance of sweet, citrusy, and nutty flavors! Tender roasted sweet potato cubes are coated in a luscious glaze made from freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, rich honey, and a touch of warm cinnamon, then baked to caramelized perfection. Toasted pecans add a delightful crunch, while a sprinkle of optional fresh parsley brings a pop of color. This easy-to-make side dish is ready in under 45 minutes and pairs beautifully with roasted meats, holiday feasts, or everyday meals. Discover how simple ingredients can create an elegant and flavorful recipe your whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup pecans
- 2 tablespoons fresh 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 cubes into a large mixing bowl.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the orange juice, orange zest, honey, butter, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
Pour the orange honey glaze over the sweet potatoes in the mixing bowl. Toss well to ensure all the sweet potato cubes are evenly coated.
Spread the sweet potatoes out in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
While the sweet potatoes are roasting, lightly toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until aromatic, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside.
Once the sweet potatoes are done cooking, transfer them to a serving dish and sprinkle the toasted pecans over the top.
Garnish with fresh parsley (if desired) and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.2 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1800 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.6 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.9 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 414 mg | 9% | |
*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.
