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Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Sweet, Savory, and Simple Delight

Discover a quick, 5-ingredient recipe for Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes, a perfect side dish that's sweet, savory, and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Cut into uniform 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Feel free to substitute with vegan butter
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can swap with maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh lemon is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sweet potatoes, olive oil, melted butter, honey, lemon juice, and zest. Toss until well coated.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the sweet potato mixture in a single layer. Make sure the pieces have space between them.
  4. Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for about 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm as a side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 19000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure uniform cuts and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to prevent steaming.

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