Easy Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Savory Seasoning
You will achieve perfectly caramelized, crispy roasted sweet potatoes with tender insides using this simple oven method. This quick vegetable side dish uses basic seasoning for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated with the oil and spices.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary to ensure crispiness.
- Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through the cooking time. The potatoes are done when they are fork-tender and the edges are nicely caramelized and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately as a healthy roasted vegetable side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispy edges, soak the cut sweet potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before drying them completely.
- If you prefer a sweet variation, substitute the paprika with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of honey before the final 5 minutes of roasting.
- This recipe works well for meal prep; store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 37
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0