Baked Sweet Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Baked Sweet Potatoes
45 min.
6
295kcal

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Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Baked Sweet Potatoes, a dish that embodies the essence of comfort food while being completely vegetarian and gluten-free. These vibrant, nutrient-packed tubers are the perfect side dish to elevate any meal or stand alone as a wholesome treat. With just a handful of ingredients, you can transform humble sweet potatoes into a mouthwatering experience that your family and friends will absolutely adore.

The process is as straightforward as it is satisfying. As the sweet potatoes roast in the oven, their natural sugars caramelize, creating a tender, sweet interior that is hard to resist. Each bite melts in your mouth, especially when topped with creamy unsalted butter and a touch of kosher salt and black pepper. This classic combination enhances the sweet potatoes' flavor and brings out their earthy undertones, making each bite a pleasure.

If you're feeling adventurous, the versatility of baked sweet potatoes allows for endless customizations. Enhance their sweetness with a drizzle of maple syrup or brown sugar, or add a savory twist with caramelized onions and a sprinkle of nuts. From rich toppings to zesty garnishes, you can tailor this dish to suit your taste. Ready in just 45 minutes, these baked sweet potatoes are a must-try for anyone looking to bring a nutritious and delicious side dish to their table.

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • medium sweet potatoes unpeeled
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400 F. Pierce each sweet potato several times with the tines of a fork.
  2. Place the sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil.
  3. Bake until tender, about 45 minutes. Make a slit in the top of each sweet potato. Top with 1 tablespoon of butter and season with the salt and pepper.Variation: Baking sweet potatoes intensifies their sweetness, making them surprisingly satisfying with little, if any, embellishment. If you crave something over the top, try some maple syrup or brown sugar, a spoonful of sour cream, a pinch of ground cinnamon, some caramelized onions, a handful of pecans or walnuts, jarred applesauce or chutney, canned chipotles in adobo, crystallized ginger, or grated orange zest.

Nutrition Facts

Calories295kcal
Protein4.9%
Fat34.42%
Carbs60.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Load
22.45
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.632173891949%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:294.84kcal
14.74%
Fat:11.47g
17.65%
Saturated Fat:7.23g
45.2%
Carbohydrates:45.51g
15.17%
Net Carbohydrates:38.72g
14.08%
Sugar:9.46g
10.51%
Cholesterol:30.1mg
10.03%
Sodium:319.64mg
13.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.67g
7.34%
Vitamin A:32412.71IU
648.25%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.47%
Fiber:6.79g
27.16%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.64%
Potassium:765.57mg
21.87%
Vitamin B5:1.82mg
18.24%
Copper:0.34mg
17.21%
Magnesium:56.86mg
14.21%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.8%
Phosphorus:109.65mg
10.96%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.39%
Iron:1.39mg
7.71%
Calcium:71.46mg
7.15%
Vitamin C:5.42mg
6.57%
Vitamin B3:1.27mg
6.33%
Folate:25.29µg
6.32%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.09%
Vitamin K:5.12µg
4.87%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.61%
Selenium:1.5µg
2.14%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.4%
Source:My Recipes