Roasted Garlic Sweet Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Roasted Garlic Sweet Potatoes
95 min.
8
223kcal

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Roasted Garlic Sweet Potatoes: A Vegetarian and Gluten-Free Side Dish Delight

Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of our Roasted Garlic Sweet Potatoes, a delectable vegetarian and gluten-free side dish that's perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe, which serves 8, is not only packed with the comforting taste of roasted garlic and sweet potatoes but is also a healthier option, boasting only 223 calories per serving.

With a total preparation time of 95 minutes, this dish is the ideal choice for those who appreciate the art of slow cooking and savoring the natural flavors of fresh ingredients. The combination of 4 sweet potatoes, 2 heads of garlic, and a few other simple ingredients, whipped up in your oven, will transport you to a world of culinary delight.

The process is straightforward and requires minimal effort. Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and preparing the sweet potatoes and garlic heads. Then, bake them to perfection, ensuring the sweet potatoes are soft and the garlic cloves are tender and golden. Once baked, mash the ingredients together with butter, sour cream, cream cheese, and a hint of cayenne pepper, creating a smooth, flavorful mash that's sure to impress.

The end result? A mouth-watering side dish that balances the natural sweetness of the potatoes with the depth of roasted garlic, all while maintaining a healthy caloric breakdown with a focus on carbs and a touch of protein and fat. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for a comforting weekday meal, or simply craving a delicious side dish, our Roasted Garlic Sweet Potatoes recipe is sure to satisfy. So, why wait? Get ready to elevate your dining experience with this simple yet exquisite recipe.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter at room temperature ()
  • heads garlic 
  • 0.5 cup cream cheese reduced-fat
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.8 cup cream light sour
  •  sweet potatoes and into 

Equipment

  • oven
  • knife
  • mixing bowl
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork or the tip of a paring knife; set aside.
  3. Cut off the top of the heads of garlic to expose the cloves, trimming about 1/4 inch off of the top of each clove. You may need to trim individual cloves along the sides of each head.
  4. Brush the cut cloves with the olive oil, then nestle each head into a piece of aluminum foil.
  5. Place the sweet potatoes and garlic cloves directly on the oven racks.
  6. Bake for about 1 hour, removing the sweet potatoes once they have softened, and removing the garlic heads once they are tender and nicely browned.
  7. Peel the sweet potatoes, and place into a mixing bowl. Squeeze the individual garlic cloves into the bowl, then add the butter, sour cream, cream cheese, and cayenne pepper. Mash until smooth, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Scrape the mashed potatoes into a 1 1/2 quart baking dish, and return to the oven for about 15 minutes to reheat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories223kcal
Protein7.37%
Fat43.65%
Carbs48.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.25
Glycemic Load
11.87
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.891304340052%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:223.12kcal
11.16%
Fat:11.01g
16.94%
Saturated Fat:5.1g
31.85%
Carbohydrates:27.81g
9.27%
Net Carbohydrates:24.27g
8.82%
Sugar:5.72g
6.35%
Cholesterol:23.17mg
7.72%
Sodium:351.45mg
15.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.18g
8.36%
Vitamin A:16272.93IU
325.46%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.54%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.71%
Fiber:3.54g
14.15%
Potassium:492.56mg
14.07%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.76%
Phosphorus:102.77mg
10.28%
Calcium:100.17mg
10.02%
Copper:0.2mg
10%
Magnesium:33.43mg
8.36%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.8%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.73%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.6%
Vitamin C:5.09mg
6.17%
Iron:0.87mg
4.84%
Vitamin K:4.78µg
4.55%
Folate:17.97µg
4.49%
Selenium:2.98µg
4.25%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.11%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.91%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.57%
Source:Allrecipes