Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Printable)

Tender cubes of sweet potato roasted with olive oil and smoked spices for a crisp, flavorful side.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into approximately 3/4-inch cubes

→ Seasonings & Oils

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Steps:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper, tossing until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring no overcrowding for optimal crispness.
04 - Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown, caramelized, and tender.
05 - Serve immediately as a side dish or incorporate into salads, grain bowls, or tacos.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The edges get impossibly crispy while the insides stay tender, which is a textural combo that feels like a small victory every time.
  • These roasted cubes work as a side, a grain bowl component, or honestly just eaten straight from the pan when no one's looking.
  • The spice blend is forgiving enough for beginners but interesting enough that you'll keep coming back.
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan is the quickest way to end up with steamed potatoes instead of roasted ones, so resist the urge to fit everything on one sheet.
  • If your sweet potatoes are larger or smaller than medium, adjust your roasting time accordingly; you're looking for that fork-tender inside with crispy edges.
03 -
  • If you're making these for a crowd, you can prep and cut the potatoes hours ahead; just toss them with oil and spices right before they hit the oven.
  • These keep beautifully in the fridge for three days and reheat perfectly in a hot oven for about five minutes, so they're great meal prep material.
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