Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
These quick Roasted Sweet Potatoes make an easy side dish to cook up all season long. They use pantry staples, and most of the cook time is hands-off. This is my favorite way to make sweet potatoes! They have a gorgeous orange color, and a sweet and savory flavor that I love. While they roast in the oven, you can finish up your other dishes. They’re delicious with meat and a veggie, added to grain bowls with a runny egg, roasted veggies, and sauce, or even for breakfast with your favorite eggs. More of my favorite sweet potato recipes are these baked sweet potatoes and these air fryer sweet potato fries!
What You’ll Need:
Here’ the ingredients to make the best roasted sweet potatoes! See exact measurements in the recipe card below.
Healthy: Sweet potatoes are packed with fiber and protein, making them very filling. They are also high in vitamins like vitamin A, Vitamin C and potassium. Easy: Just dice the potatoes, season them, and throw them in the oven–so simple! Inexpensive: Made with ingredients that are easy to find in the grocery store. Fits many dietary restrictions: gluten-free, dairy-free, high-fiber, Whole30, Vegetarian, Weight Watchers and more Versatile: From breakfast to dinner, there are many ways to serve roasted sweet potatoes. Naturally sweet! No need to add honey or maple syrup.
Sweet Potatoes: Peel four medium sweet potatoes. Olive Oil to toss the potatoes in, I use extra virgin olive oil. Avocado oil will work too. Spices: Garlic powder and sweet paprika for flavor. Herbs: Dried rosemary or Italian seasoning add flavor. Kosher Salt and Pepper to taste
How to Roast Sweet Potatoes
Here’s the simple recipe, just be sure to cut the potatoes in uniform size pieces so they cook evenly. See printable directions in the recipe card below.
Variations
Potatoes: Substitute Yams or butternut squash for sweet potatoes. Seasoning: Add onion powder, cumin, chili powder or make it smokey with smoked paprika. Make it spicy with ground cayenne pepper or chipotle pepper. Make it sweet with cinnamon or pumpkin spice. Herbs: Use any mix of dried herbs you have, like oregano, thyme, and parsley. Fresh rosemary would also be good.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat them in the air fryer or microwave.
Serve with a protein and green veggie: Turkey Meatloaf, Whole Roasted Chicken or Air Fryer Steak with a salad, roasted broccoli or garlic broccolini. Sweet Potato Bowl: Make a bowl with roasted sweet potatoes and other vegetables, like broccoli and cauliflower, a runny egg, and your favorite sauce. Make Grain Bowls: You could add brown rice, quinoa, farro, or your favorite grain plus a protein, like my easy air fryer chicken breast. Breakfast: Pair these potatoes with your favorite eggs. Salad: Top a fall kale salad with these potatoes, dried fruit, nuts, and cheese. Burrito Bowls: Top with black beans, guacamole and pico de gallo.
More Sweet Potato Recipes You’ll Love
Mashed Sweet Potatoes Brulee Sweet Potato Casserole Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowls Smashed Sweet Potatoes Baked Sweet Potato
