Ingredients
For Plain Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt (use less if using table salt)
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, firmly packed
For Seasoned Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt (use less if using table salt)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder (optional for smoky flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Plain Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel, cube sweet potatoes, drizzle with coconut oil, salt, brown sugar, toss, spread on a pan, roast for 27-35 minutes, flipping.
- Seasoned Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel, cube sweet potatoes, season with olive oil, salt, pepper, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder. Roast for 27-35 minutes, flipping.
Notes
- Spice Variations: Adjust spices to taste. Try chipotle chili powder or smoked paprika for smokier flavor, or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27-35 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 384mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg