Roasted Sweet Potatoes Delight (Printable)

Sweet potato cubes tossed with spices and olive oil, roasted until caramelized and crisp.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾ inch cubes

→ Seasonings & Oils

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden, caramelized, and tender.
05 - Serve immediately as a side dish or incorporate into salads, grain bowls, or tacos.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The edges caramelize into crispy, almost charred bits while the insides stay tender and buttery, creating a texture that feels indulgent without any heavy ingredients.
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes from start to finish, so you can have a stunning side dish ready whenever you need one.
  • The smoked paprika and cumin add depth that makes people ask what your secret is, but it's really just thoughtful seasoning.
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd your baking sheet; this is the one mistake that turns roasted vegetables into steamed ones, and nobody wants that.
  • If your potatoes aren't getting crispy, your oven might run cool, or you might need to roast them a few minutes longer than the recipe suggests.
03 -
  • Cut your sweet potatoes into uniform 2 cm cubes so they roast at exactly the same rate and finish golden and tender all at once.
  • If you have the time, toss the potatoes halfway through roasting; if you don't, they'll still come out beautifully caramelized on at least one side.
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