Pineapple-Topped Sweet Potatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Pineapple-Topped Sweet Potatoes
75 min.
4
141kcal

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Looking for a delightful and nutritious side dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than our Pineapple-Topped Sweet Potatoes! This vibrant dish combines the natural sweetness of dark-orange sweet potatoes with the tropical flair of crushed pineapple, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that is both satisfying and refreshing.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also packs a punch with just 141 calories per serving, making it a guilt-free addition to any meal. The preparation is simple and straightforward, taking only 75 minutes from start to finish, so you can easily whip it up for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

The sweet potatoes are baked to perfection, their creamy texture enhanced by a topping of juicy pineapple, crunchy sunflower nuts, and a sprinkle of brown sugar that caramelizes beautifully under the broiler. This dish is not just a feast for the taste buds; it’s also a feast for the eyes, with its vibrant colors and appealing presentation.

Whether you’re serving it alongside a hearty main course or enjoying it as a light meal on its own, Pineapple-Topped Sweet Potatoes are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So grab your ingredients and get ready to indulge in this deliciously unique side dish that celebrates the best of plant-based cooking!

Ingredients

  • medium sweet potatoes and into 
  • 0.3 cup pineapple rings crushed drained (from 8-oz can)
  • tablespoon sunflower seeds 
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Scrub potatoes; prick all over with fork.
  2. Place in shallow baking pan or pie pan (do not use glass).
  3. Bake 55 to 65 minutes or until tender.
  4. Set oven control to broil.
  5. Cut potatoes lengthwise in half. Mash cut sides slightly with fork. Spoon pineapple over cut sides of potatoes. Top with sunflower nuts and brown sugar.
  6. Broil with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes or until brown sugar is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories141kcal
Protein6.5%
Fat8.4%
Carbs85.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.5
Glycemic Load
11.28
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.811739040458%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:141.37kcal
7.07%
Fat:1.36g
2.09%
Saturated Fat:0.13g
0.83%
Carbohydrates:30.88g
10.29%
Net Carbohydrates:27.13g
9.87%
Sugar:12.22g
13.58%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:64.17mg
2.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.36g
4.72%
Vitamin A:16038.22IU
320.76%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.21%
Fiber:3.75g
15.01%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.04%
Potassium:418.94mg
11.97%
Copper:0.23mg
11.53%
Magnesium:38.61mg
9.65%
Vitamin B5:0.94mg
9.4%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.11%
Vitamin E:1.18mg
7.84%
Phosphorus:70.64mg
7.06%
Iron:0.89mg
4.97%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.72%
Folate:18.73µg
4.68%
Vitamin C:3.81mg
4.62%
Vitamin B3:0.88mg
4.38%
Calcium:42.64mg
4.26%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.18%
Selenium:2.12µg
3.03%
Vitamin K:2.11µg
2.01%