Karen’s Cranberry Apple Sweet Potato Packet

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
15%
Karen’s Cranberry Apple Sweet Potato Packet
45 min.
5
375kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a delightful combination of flavors with Karen’s Cranberry Apple Sweet Potato Packet! This gluten-free and dairy-free side dish is not only a feast for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, making it a popular choice for gatherings and family meals alike. Imagine the vibrant colors of sweet potatoes, tart apples, and plump cranberries coming together in a beautifully presented foil packet, sealing in all the delicious aromas and flavors as they cook.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a nutritious and hearty dish that serves five, perfect for complementing your favorite protein or standing proudly on its own at a potluck. The harmonizing sweetness of brown sugar, the warm spice of cinnamon, and the buttery richness—all harmonize wonderfully, enticing even the pickiest eaters to dive in.

This recipe not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides a guilt-free indulgence, with only 375 calories per serving. The simplicity of preparation, combined with the robust flavors, makes it a go-to choice for both novice and experienced cooks. Plus, cooking in foil means minimal cleanup, so you can focus more on enjoying your meal and less on the chores afterward. Let’s get cooking and bring this vibrant side dish to your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  •  golden delicious apples cored thinly sliced into rings
  • medium sweet potatoes peeled cut into 1/4-inch slices

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F or grill to medium-high.
  2. Center sweet potatoes, apples and cranberries on sheet of Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil.
  3. Sprinkle with brown sugar.
  4. Combine butter and cinnamon; drizzle over brown sugar.
  5. Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and ends to seal making one large foil packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside.
  6. Bake 25 to 30 minutes on a cookie sheet or in a 13x9x2-inch dish OR GRILL 20 to 25 minutes in covered grill until sweet potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories375kcal
Protein3.24%
Fat16.42%
Carbs80.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19
Glycemic Load
20.61
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.365217422014%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.22mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.95mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
5.48mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.35mg
Quercetin
3.48mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:375.17kcal
18.76%
Fat:7.11g
10.94%
Saturated Fat:1.47g
9.17%
Carbohydrates:78.28g
26.09%
Net Carbohydrates:70.36g
25.58%
Sugar:45.27g
50.3%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:186.17mg
8.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.16g
6.32%
Vitamin A:25990.46IU
519.81%
Fiber:7.92g
31.68%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.65%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
21.12%
Potassium:726.78mg
20.77%
Copper:0.31mg
15.57%
Vitamin B5:1.55mg
15.54%
Magnesium:51.68mg
12.92%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.39%
Phosphorus:96.89mg
9.69%
Vitamin C:7.74mg
9.38%
Calcium:82.48mg
8.25%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
7.99%
Iron:1.41mg
7.84%
Vitamin E:1.12mg
7.47%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.84%
Folate:22.39µg
5.6%
Vitamin K:5.84µg
5.56%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.96%
Selenium:1.43µg
2.04%
Source:Allrecipes