Tangerine Sweet Potatoes
Brighten up your dinner table with the zesty and caramelized flavors of Tangerine Sweet Potatoes—a side dish that marries earthy sweetness with a citrusy twist. Tender cubes of roasted sweet potatoes are coated in a luscious glaze made from fresh tangerine juice, tangerine zest, brown sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The rich buttery sauce infuses the sweet potatoes with a vibrant tanginess, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley elevates the dish with a pop of color and herbaceous freshness. Perfect for holidays or weeknight meals, this easy-to-make recipe takes just under an hour and offers an irresistible combination of sweet, savory, and citrusy notes. With keywords like "roasted sweet potatoes," "tangerine glaze," and "easy holiday side dish," this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to add a unique and flavorful twist to their menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 2 whole tangerines
- 1 teaspoon tangerine zest
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup tangerine juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes and place them in the baking dish.
Zest one of the tangerines to get about 1 teaspoon of zest. Then juice both tangerines to yield approximately 1/4 cup of juice. Set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, black pepper, tangerine juice, and tangerine zest. Mix until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is smooth.
Pour the butter and tangerine mixture over the sweet potatoes, tossing to coat evenly.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil, stir the sweet potatoes, and bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized around the edges.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a pop of color and freshness before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
499 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1199 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 475 mg | 10% | |
*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.
