Tropical Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Tropical Sweet Potatoes, a dish that brings the essence of a tropical getaway right to your plate! Combining the natural sweetness of tender sweet potatoes with creamy coconut milk, juicy pineapple chunks, and a hint of zesty lime, this recipe is both comforting and refreshing. A dash of cinnamon and a touch of brown sugar create a perfectly spiced glaze that bakes to a delectable finish. Garnished with fresh cilantro and crunchy toasted coconut, these sweet potatoes are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing side dish is perfect for holidays, weeknight dinners, or any occasion that calls for a burst of tropical flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons toasted shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
Place the sweet potato cubes in a large pot of water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain and transfer to an oven-safe baking dish.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut milk, pineapple chunks, lime juice, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the brown sugar dissolves, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour the coconut milk mixture over the sweet potatoes in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fully tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and toasted shredded coconut for garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy your Tropical Sweet Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.8 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 932 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.4 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*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.
