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Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
10
min active
·
4
servings
·
35
min total
Caramelized sweet potato cubes roasted with olive oil and warm spices.
Avo's Tip
Spread in a single layer.
No sweet potatoes? Butternut squash roasts the same way; regular potatoes need a few extra minutes.
Want savory instead of sweet? Swap cinnamon for smoked paprika and cumin.
No olive oil? Avocado oil or melted coconut oil both work at high heat.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Should I peel them?
Optional.
Why not crispy?
Pan too crowded.
Can I add spices?
Paprika works well.
Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store in airtight container up to 4 days.
Reheat: Warm gently in microwave.
Why It Works
Roasting delivers caramelized flavor with little effort.
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Ingredients
1
2 sweet potatoes, chopped
2
½ tsp salt
3
¼ tsp black pepper
4
2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes, keeping the pieces as uniform as possible so they cook evenly.
3
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
4
Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd — use two pans if needed. Overcrowding causes steaming instead of roasting.
5
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the edges are caramelized and a fork slides in easily.
6
Serve hot as a side dish or over rice bowls, salads, or grain dishes.
Quick Fixes
Not caramelizing: Make sure potatoes are in a single layer with space between pieces. Crowding causes steaming instead of roasting.
Sticking to pan: Line with parchment and make sure potatoes are well coated in oil before roasting.
ingrediENTS
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1
2 sweet potatoes, chopped
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2
½ tsp salt
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3
¼ tsp black pepper
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4
2 tbsp olive oil
instructions
1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes, keeping the pieces as uniform as possible so they cook evenly.
3
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
4
Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd — use two pans if needed. Overcrowding causes steaming instead of roasting.
5
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the edges are caramelized and a fork slides in easily.
6
Serve hot as a side dish or over rice bowls, salads, or grain dishes.
High comfort. Low effort. Designed for real weeknights.
RECIPE
Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
10
min active
·
35
min total
·
4
servings
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