Lime Cilantro Sweet Potatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
28%
Lime Cilantro Sweet Potatoes
45 min.
4
290kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your side dish game, look no further than these mouthwatering Lime Cilantro Sweet Potatoes! This vibrant, flavor-packed recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy addition to any meal. Perfectly roasted sweet potatoes are infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lime and the aromatic notes of cilantro, creating a tantalizing dish that’s sure to impress.

These sweet potatoes provide a delightful contrast of sweet and spicy with a subtle kick from cayenne pepper, making them irresistible. As a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free option, they suit a variety of dietary preferences without sacrificing taste or satisfaction. Each bite delivers a harmonious balance of flavors that will have your taste buds dancing.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving four, this dish is ideal for family dinners, casual gatherings, or even meal prepping for a busy week ahead. With only 290 calories per serving, you can indulge without guilt! Dust off that baking pan, preheat your oven, and prepare to be amazed at how easy it is to whip up this delicious, nutritious side. Your family will be begging for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon cayenne 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lime zest fresh finely grated
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • lb sweet potatoes peeled cut into 3/4-inch pieces

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in lower third of oven and preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a shallow baking pan. Arrange potatoes in 1 layer and roast, stirring halfway through roasting, until tender, about 25 minutes total. Stir together cayenne, zest, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
  3. Whisk together lime juice and remaining tablespoon oil in a medium bowl, then add potatoes.
  4. Sprinkle with cayenne mixture and cilantro, stirring gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories290kcal
Protein4.91%
Fat32.52%
Carbs62.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.5
Glycemic Load
22.54
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.443478252577%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.44mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:289.5kcal
14.48%
Fat:10.64g
16.37%
Saturated Fat:1.49g
9.34%
Carbohydrates:46.08g
15.36%
Net Carbohydrates:39.19g
14.25%
Sugar:9.57g
10.63%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:561.55mg
24.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.61g
7.23%
Vitamin A:32297.07IU
645.94%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.69%
Fiber:6.89g
27.55%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24%
Potassium:776.87mg
22.2%
Vitamin B5:1.83mg
18.25%
Copper:0.35mg
17.33%
Vitamin E:2.17mg
14.49%
Magnesium:57.48mg
14.37%
Vitamin K:13.63µg
12.98%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.93%
Phosphorus:108.01mg
10.8%
Vitamin C:7.01mg
8.49%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.34%
Iron:1.48mg
8.21%
Calcium:69.88mg
6.99%
Folate:26.1µg
6.52%
Vitamin B3:1.29mg
6.46%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.62%
Selenium:1.39µg
1.98%
Source:Epicurious