Description
These Garlic Butter Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a flavorful and easy side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. The combination of garlic, butter, and smoked paprika adds a rich and savory taste to the sweet potatoes, making them a delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
Garlic Butter Mixture:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the garlic butter mixture: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Coat the sweet potatoes: Add the sweet potato cubes to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and tender.
- Finish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For a slightly sweet twist, drizzle honey over the sweet potatoes before roasting.
- Pair these sweet potatoes with roasted meats or enjoy them as a hearty vegetarian side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
