Roasted sweet potatoes are tender on the inside, slightly crisp on the outside and well seasoned for a flavorful, versatile side dish you'll make again and again!
I'm of the opinion that any vegetable can taste amazing, especially when you cook it the right way. Getting sweet potatoes just right can be a struggle and if you want to know how to make perfectly roasted sweet potatoes, you're in the right spot! Let's get into the details.
If you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my browned butter sweet potato soup. Check out my spiced roasted brussels sprouts and saucy baby bok choy, too!
What You'll Need for this Recipe
Making oven-roasted sweet potatoes is easy and the ingredients are simple. Here's what to add to your grocery list.
- Avocado Oil
- Black Pepper
- Cayenne Pepper
- Cinnamon
- Garlic Powder
- Sea Salt
- Smoked Paprika
- Sweet Potatoes
- Turmeric
What spices work well with sweet potatoes? You can use a variety of spices, herbs, and seasonings with sweet potatoes. This recipe is a great starting point that you can further personalize!
What does it taste like?
I chose this combination of spices to create sweet and smoky sweet potato bites without adding any sugar. The natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes is warmed up by cinnamon. Garlic adds savory flavor and a touch of sharpness. And the turmeric is earthy to help balance things out.
What kind of oil to roast sweet potatoes? I typically reach for avocado oil for this recipe because it has a neutral taste and higher smoke point. You can also use olive oil or coconut oil, just keep in mind that the taste will be slightly different. Coconut oil will add nuttiness and olive oil will add rich, slightly fruity flavor.
Tips & Tools for Sheet Pan Sweet Potatoes
Grab a sharp knife and your cutting board to prep the sweet potatoes. You'll also need a mixing bowl and spoon, as well as a full sheet pan to roast. Alternatively, you can use a smaller sheet pan and cook the sweet potatoes in batches.
How to store sweet potatoes after roasting? I typically make this recipe as part of weekly meal prepping and recommend storing refrigerated in an airtight container. Roasted potatoes will keep for about eight days this way.
Can I freeze cooked sweet potatoes? Yes. Freezing sweet potatoes cubes is as easy as letting them cool, transferring to an airtight container or bag, then to the freezer. They can freeze for up to six months before the texture and taste starts to be impacted. Thaw frozen sweet potato pieces in the refrigerator overnight and eat them within two days.
Preparing Sweet Potatoes for Roasting
Here are my favorite tips for how to roast sweet potatoes easily!
How to cut sweet potatoes for roasting? Cut the sweet potatoes into bite-sized chunks (about two inches).
Should I soak or boil sweet potatoes before roasting in the oven? Whether you're making baked sweet potatoes or a pie, soaking or boiling is an unnecessary step you can skip. The added water can prevent the potatoes from properly caramelizing.
Do I have to skin sweet potatoes before roasting? Nope! I like to leave the skin on but it's truly up to your preference. Be sure to wash, gently scrub, and dry off the sweet potatoes if you opt to keep the skin.
Pro tip: Wondering how to keep sweet potatoes from getting too soft in the oven? Be sure to leave at least one inch of space between each piece on the pan. This allows the vegetables to release steam into the oven instead of onto each other, which softens the texture. I use this tip for making crisp sweet potato fries, too!
How to Serve Roast Sweet Potatoes
I love this savory sweet potato recipe for dinner but it truly works for breakfast or lunch, too! Pair simple spiced sweet potato cubes with eggs in the morning and toss them into a power bowl at midday. For dinnertime, I recommend serving with a flavorful protein like my slow cooker Moroccan chicken and leafy green like this massaged kale salad.
Are sweet potatoes good for PCOS?
Short answer, yes! You'll find sweet potatoes in many PCOS friendly recipes because they provide complex carbohydrates, fiber, and many other nutrients. This is great for blood sugar balance and incorporating cinnamon also helps.
And using turmeric in this recipe lends an anti-inflammatory assist that is unlocked with the presence of black pepper and fat from avocado oil. I make these roasted sweet potatoes with no sugar, which has been helpful in keeping my hormones balanced.
More Favorite Sweet Potato Recipes
Bourbon Sweet Potato Pie for the Holidays
Slow Cooker Candied Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potato Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping
Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie with Lamb and Veggies
Now you're all set to make sheet pan sweet potatoes for dinner tonight. And sharing is caring so be sure to pin this easy side dish for later and follow me over on Pinterest. Thanks for reading!
Healthy Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes about one pound total weight
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or oil of your choosing
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon ground turmeric
- sea salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a full sheet pan with nonstick oil spray and set aside.
- Cut sweet potatoes into two-inch cubes.
- Transfer cut sweet potato pieces to a bowl and drizzle avocado oil over top.
- Add cinnamon, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, turmeric, sea salt, and black pepper to bowl. Toss sweet potatoes until evenly coated in oil and spices.
- Spread sweet potatoes onto prepared sheet pan, leaving at least one inch of space between each piece.
- Transfer pan to oven and roast sweet potatoes for about 27 minutes or until fork tender. The flesh of the sweet potatoes should be slightly caramelized and golden brown.
Tope O. says
I've been looking for a good way to elevate my typical sweet potatoes. This recipe was exactly what I was looking for! I always enjoy the spin you put on some of my faves. Awesome job on this one.👏🏿👏🏿
Jazz says
Thank you, Tope! So glad you enjoyed.