Description
Baked Sweet Potatoes are a wholesome and delicious side dish that showcases their natural sweetness and creamy texture. Perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or a quick weeknight meal, these vibrant potatoes are easy to prepare and can be customized with various toppings. Enjoy them plain or elevate your dish with butter, cinnamon, or savory additions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pierce each one several times with a fork.
- Rub each potato with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place the seasoned sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve hot, topped with your favorite ingredients like butter or cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium sweet potato (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try toppings like honey, black beans, or avocado. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.