Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Apples

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Apples
75 min.
10
236kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and vibrant side dish that is sure to impress your family and friends? Look no further than our Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Apples! This delightful recipe combines the earthy sweetness of orange-flesh sweet potatoes with the crisp, juicy flavors of Fuji, Golden Delicious, and Granny Smith apples, creating a harmonious blend that elevates any meal. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home, this dish is not only satisfying but also celebrates the natural sweetness of these seasonal ingredients.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its versatility. It caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. In just 75 minutes, you can whip up a stunning platter that serves up to 10 people, with each serving rich in flavor and health benefits—each bite contains only 236 calories! The addition of fragrant fresh thyme, a hint of lemon zest, and a drizzle of maple syrup transforms ordinary oven-roasted vegetables into a gourmet experience.

Perfectly roasted until golden brown and tender, this dish is not only a feast for the palate but also a vibrant addition to your table. Let's bring a taste of fall into your kitchen with this Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Apples recipe, guaranteed to be a hit any day of the week!

Ingredients

  •  fuji apples peeled cut into 1-in. chunks
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon thyme leaves fresh chopped
  •  golden delicious peeled cut into 1-in. chunks
  •  granny smith apples peeled cut into 1-in. chunks
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  •  lemon zest shredded finely
  • 0.3 cup maple syrup 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • pounds orange-flesh sweet potatoes 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes, oil, apples, syrup, lemon zest and juice, chopped thyme, 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, and pepper until coated.
  3. Spread mixture in a single layer in 2 large, oiled, rimmed baking pans. Roast until sweet potatoes are browned and tender when pierced, 40 minutes, turning chunks every 15 minutes.
  4. Transfer to a platter, add more salt to taste, and garnish with thyme sprigs.
  5. Make ahead: Up to 1 day; chill. Reheat, drizzled with a little olive oil, in a 425 oven in 2 baking pans, until hot, 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories236kcal
Protein4.1%
Fat16.54%
Carbs79.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.45
Glycemic Load
19.78
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
13.360869703086%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.14mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
1.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.32mg
Epicatechin
7.49mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Eriodictyol
0.07mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.44mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
4.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:236.06kcal
11.8%
Fat:4.47g
6.87%
Saturated Fat:0.63g
3.94%
Carbohydrates:48.23g
16.08%
Net Carbohydrates:41.34g
15.03%
Sugar:21.8g
24.22%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:426.06mg
18.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.49g
4.98%
Vitamin A:19397.42IU
387.95%
Manganese:0.6mg
30.02%
Fiber:6.89g
27.58%
Potassium:599.2mg
17.12%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.86%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.81%
Copper:0.24mg
12.12%
Vitamin B5:1.17mg
11.68%
Vitamin C:9.09mg
11.02%
Magnesium:42.65mg
10.66%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.77%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.73%
Phosphorus:76.7mg
7.67%
Vitamin K:7.4µg
7.05%
Iron:1.14mg
6.32%
Calcium:60.58mg
6.06%
Folate:18.95µg
4.74%
Vitamin B3:0.88mg
4.41%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.5%
Selenium:0.83µg
1.18%
Source:My Recipes