Sweet Potato with Pineapple Aloha
Transform your next side dish into a tropical delight with this vibrant Sweet Potato with Pineapple Aloha recipe! Featuring tender sweet potatoes glazed in a luscious mix of butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and orange juice, this dish is elevated with bursts of juicy pineapple and the optional crunch of toasted pecans. Perfectly balanced with warm spices and a hint of vanilla, it brings a sweet-harmony twist to your dinner table. This recipe is simple to prepare, taking only 15 minutes of prep time, and bakes to perfection with a caramelized finish. Ideal for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners, this 6-serving dish adds a touch of sunny island flavor to any menu. If you're searching for a unique sweet potato side, look no further—this one is pure Aloha magic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (about 2 lbs total) sweet potatoes
- 2 cups (fresh or canned, drained if canned) pineapple chunks
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups, chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and add the sweet potato cubes. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until they are just tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, orange juice, vanilla extract, and salt to create a glaze.
Add the parboiled sweet potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Pour the glaze over the sweet potatoes and gently toss to coat.
In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spread half of the sweet potatoes in an even layer. Top with 1 cup of pineapple chunks.
Add the remaining sweet potatoes on top, followed by the remaining pineapple chunks. If using pecans, sprinkle them evenly over the top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the aluminum foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are caramelized and the pineapple is slightly golden.
Remove from the oven, let cool for 5 minutes, and serve warm. Enjoy your Sweet Potato with Pineapple Aloha!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.1 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 2605 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 829.8 g | 302% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 120.9 g | 432% | |
| Total Sugars | 235.3 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1243 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 27.6 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 888 mg | 19% | |
*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.
