See Ya Later Sweet Potater
Elevate your side dish game with "See Ya Later Sweet Potater," a flavor-packed roasted sweet potato recipe that's as easy to make as it is delicious. This dish features perfectly caramelized sweet potato cubes, tossed with warm cinnamon, smoky paprika, and a touch of maple syrup for irresistible sweetness. Crunchy pecans add a nutty contrast, while optional fresh thyme lends a subtle, aromatic finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an all-in-one baking sheet cooking method, this savory-sweet masterpiece is perfect for busy weeknights or holiday feasts. Serve it as a stunning standalone side dish or pair it with your favorite proteins for a meal to remember! Perfect for fans of roasted vegetables, fall flavors, and easy meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup pecans
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch cubes. Try to keep the pieces roughly the same size for even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, ground cinnamon, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the sweet potatoes out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer to ensure they roast evenly. Avoid crowding the pan.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 25 minutes, flipping the sweet potatoes halfway through to ensure even browning.
While the sweet potatoes are roasting, roughly chop the pecans and set them aside.
After 25 minutes, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top. Drizzle with maple syrup.
Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized, and the pecans are lightly toasted.
Remove from the oven and optionally garnish with fresh thyme for a hint of brightness.
Serve warm and enjoy the balance of sweet, nutty, and savory flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1160 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.4 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 586 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.2 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 284 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.
