Description
Baked sweet potatoes are a delicious and nutritious dish that brings warmth to any table. Their naturally sweet flavor and creamy texture make them perfect for pairing with both savory and sweet toppings. This easy recipe requires just a few ingredients, making it ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve baked sweet potatoes as a delightful side or elevate them into a hearty main course with your favorite additions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes thoroughly.
- Poke holes in each potato using a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle with salt; rub to coat evenly.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Let cool slightly, slice open, and add your desired toppings before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium sweet potato (150g)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg