Not Too Sweet Sweet Potatoes

Elevate your dinner spread with "Not Too Sweet Sweet Potatoes," a perfectly balanced side dish that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with subtle savory and spiced undertones. This recipe blends olive oil, melted butter, and a touch of maple syrup with warm ground cinnamon, sea salt, and a hint of black pepper for a flavor profile that’s rich yet refreshingly understated. The optional addition of fresh thyme adds a sophisticated herbal note, rounding out the dish beautifully. With minimal prep and a hands-off roasting process, these caramelized sweet potato cubes are an effortless yet impressive accompaniment to any meal. Whether you’re looking for a wholesome holiday side or a weeknight dinner upgrade, these roasted sweet potatoes are sure to delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, melted butter, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well to create the seasoning mixture.

Step 4

Add the sweet potato cubes to the bowl and toss them gently until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.

Step 5

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and spread the seasoned sweet potato cubes out into a single layer. Make sure they are not overcrowded to allow proper roasting.

Step 6

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes.

Step 7

After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and use a spatula to flip the sweet potato cubes to ensure even browning. Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue roasting for another 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized around the edges.

Step 8

Optional: During the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the sweet potatoes with fresh thyme leaves if desired.

Step 9

Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a side dish for your favorite main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	603.9 grams (603.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	982

Total Fat 52.00g	67%
Saturated Fat 18.40g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 1473mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 127.00g	46%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 43.40g
Protein 8.10g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178mg	14%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 20mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 50.4%