Simple Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Big Cozy Flavor
If you love simple sides that taste amazing, these roasted sweet potatoes are about to become a regular on your table! Tender on the inside with caramelized edges, these sweet potatoes are tossed with olive oil and simple seasonings and roasted until golden.
Ingredients · Servings 4
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (or ½ teaspoon cinnamon)
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Method · 45 min
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes and toss with olive oil, garlic powder (or cinnamon), salt, and pepper.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a sheet pan. Roast for 35-40 minutes or until fork tender, stirring after the first 20 minutes.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights
- Flavor: These potatoes are naturally sweet balanced with a savory hint of garlic.
- Time-Saving Tip: To save time, I often peel and cube the sweet potatoes the night before, or simply grab pre-peeled and pre-cut sweet potatoes from the store.
- Serving Suggestions: I love serving these roasted sweet potatoes with chicken, pork, or salmon, and they’re also perfect for adding to grain bowls, salads, or easy meal prep lunches throughout the week.
- Sweet Potatoes: Choose firm, smooth potatoes. Cut into even 1-inch cubes for consistent cooking. Larger pieces or wedges need more time.
- Seasonings: You can easily change up the flavor by swapping the garlic powder for onion powder or smoked paprika. For a sweeter twist, I like using cinnamon (sometimes with a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice), and I always adjust the salt after roasting.
- More Variations: For a maple-cinnamon twist, drizzle a little maple syrup over the potatoes during the last 5 minutes to create a light glaze without burning. You can also make them spicy-sweet with chili powder or cayenne, or finish them with fresh parsley or rosemary.
How to Roast Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat the oven.
- Cut sweet potatoes into cubes and toss in oil and seasonings.
- Roast until tender (full recipe below).
Storage and Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 6 months. Reheat on a sheet pan at 400°F in the oven until hot, or use an air fryer to bring back the crisp edges.
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