Cranberry Sweet Potatoes

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Cranberry Sweet Potatoes
15 min.
6
168kcal

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Looking for a delightful side dish that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess? Look no further than our Cranberry Sweet Potatoes! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—but also a crowd-pleaser that will elevate any meal. With a vibrant color and a unique flavor profile, these sweet potatoes are sure to impress your family and friends.

The star of this dish is the fresh sweet potatoes, which are naturally sweet and packed with nutrients. When combined with the zesty cranberry-orange sauce, they create a harmonious blend that tantalizes the taste buds. Each serving contains only 168 calories, making it a guilt-free addition to your dinner table.

Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or simply looking to add a nutritious side to your weeknight dinner, these Cranberry Sweet Potatoes are the perfect choice. The recipe is straightforward, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal equipment. Plus, with the option to use pre-cubed sweet potatoes, you can save even more time in the kitchen!

So why not give this delicious recipe a try? Your taste buds will thank you, and your guests will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • pounds sweet potatoes fresh peeled cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.5 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Arrange sweet potato cubes in a single layer in a jelly-roll pan coated with cooking spray.
  2. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss.
  3. Bake at 375 for 35 to 40 minutes or until tender, stirring once after 20 minutes.
  4. Transfer potatoes to a large serving bowl; add cranberry-orange crushed fruit or whole-berry cranberry sauce, and toss to combine.
  5. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Ocean Spray Cranberry Orange Cran-Fruit.
  6. Kitchen Express: Substitute 2 (16-oz.) packages fresh, cubed sweet potatoes (such as Glory Foods brand) for whole sweet potatoes. Proceed with recipe as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein6.08%
Fat0.61%
Carbs93.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Load
15.03
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.371739180192%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.68mg
Quercetin
0.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:167.55kcal
8.38%
Fat:0.12g
0.18%
Saturated Fat:0.03g
0.19%
Carbohydrates:39.95g
13.32%
Net Carbohydrates:35.12g
12.77%
Sugar:13.74g
15.27%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:278.15mg
12.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.6g
5.2%
Vitamin A:21461.1IU
429.22%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.29%
Fiber:4.83g
19.34%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.99%
Potassium:518.32mg
14.81%
Vitamin B5:1.21mg
12.12%
Copper:0.24mg
11.84%
Magnesium:38.56mg
9.64%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.11%
Phosphorus:72.26mg
7.23%
Iron:1.04mg
5.75%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.73%
Calcium:46.92mg
4.69%
Vitamin C:3.86mg
4.68%
Vitamin B3:0.87mg
4.34%
Folate:16.89µg
4.22%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.08%
Vitamin K:3.32µg
3.16%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.09%
Selenium:1.01µg
1.44%
Source:My Recipes