Sugar-Free Simple Baked Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the natural sweetness of this perfectly simple and wholesome recipe for Sugar-Free Simple Baked Sweet Potatoes. Featuring just four ingredients—medium-sized sweet potatoes, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper—this dish lets the earthy flavors of the sweet potatoes shine. With a quick 10-minute prep and an effortless bake at 400°F, the recipe delivers tender, caramelized sweet potatoes with a lightly seasoned exterior in under an hour. Ideal as a nutritious side or a comforting snack, these baked sweet potatoes are the epitome of healthy simplicity, offering a sugar-free, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly option. Whether served as-is or paired with toppings like yogurt, fresh herbs, or a squeeze of citrus, this versatile dish is a must-try for fans of pure, clean eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
Pat the sweet potatoes dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Pierce each sweet potato a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking, which helps prevent them from bursting in the oven.
Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Brush each sweet potato with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle sea salt and ground black pepper over the sweet potatoes.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender. You can check their doneness by inserting a knife or a fork; it should easily slide into the center.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the baked sweet potatoes as a side dish or as a delicious snack. Optionally, slice them open and garnish with your favorite toppings like a dollop of yogurt, a sprinkle of fresh herbs, or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2614 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.4 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1767 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.
