Chipotle-Lime Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
34%
Chipotle-Lime Mashed Sweet Potatoes
45 min.
4
213kcal

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If you're searching for a vibrant and flavorful side dish, look no further than these Chipotle-Lime Mashed Sweet Potatoes! Perfectly creamy and packed with a subtle kick, this recipe elevates the classic mashed potato experience. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to spice up your weeknight meals, these mashed sweet potatoes add a delightful twist that your family and friends will love.

Combining the sweetness of ripe sweet potatoes with the smoky heat of chipotle chilies, this dish brings a fusion of flavors that will awaken your taste buds. The addition of fresh lime juice brightens the palate, creating a harmonious balance that complements any main course. Plus, with just a hint of brown sugar, you'll get that delightful sweetness that pairs so well with the earthy tones of the sweet potatoes.

Not only is this dish vegetarian and gluten-free, but it’s also simple to prepare, taking just about 45 minutes from start to finish. The microwave method streamlines the cooking process, allowing you to enjoy a homemade and wholesome side without the hassle. With about 213 calories per serving, you can indulge in this guilt-free treat. So grab your sweet potatoes and get ready to impress your guests with this deliciously unique and nutritious dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon chiles in adobo sauce 
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons chipotle chile in adobo sauce finely chopped
  • tablespoons milk fat-free
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • pounds sweet potatoes 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Pierce each potato with a fork 3 to 4 times on each side. Wrap each potato in a damp paper towel. Microwave at HIGH 8 minutes, turning after 4 minutes. Cool slightly.
  2. Cut potatoes in half; scoop pulp into a bowl. Mash pulp.
  3. Stir brown sugar, milk, lime juice, chipotle chile, adobo sauce, and salt into potato pulp.

Nutrition Facts

Calories213kcal
Protein7.12%
Fat1.05%
Carbs91.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.81
Glycemic Load
22.64
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.797826012839%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:212.88kcal
10.64%
Fat:0.25g
0.39%
Saturated Fat:0.06g
0.39%
Carbohydrates:49.69g
16.56%
Net Carbohydrates:42.67g
15.52%
Sugar:12.97g
14.41%
Cholesterol:0.22mg
0.08%
Sodium:308.62mg
13.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.85g
7.7%
Vitamin A:32194.21IU
643.88%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.41%
Fiber:7.01g
28.06%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.05%
Potassium:786.39mg
22.47%
Vitamin B5:1.85mg
18.5%
Copper:0.35mg
17.26%
Magnesium:58.31mg
14.58%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.15%
Phosphorus:115.5mg
11.55%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.76%
Iron:1.47mg
8.19%
Calcium:81.77mg
8.18%
Vitamin C:6.6mg
8.01%
Vitamin B3:1.28mg
6.42%
Folate:25.56µg
6.39%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.8%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.1%
Vitamin K:4.15µg
3.96%
Selenium:1.57µg
2.24%
Source:My Recipes