Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey Glaze

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey Glaze
45 min.
6
286kcal

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If you're on the lookout for a deliciously sweet and savory side dish that’s not only satisfying but also simple to prepare, look no further than Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey Glaze. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a family dinner, a holiday gathering, or just want to elevate your weeknight meals. The combination of rich red-skinned sweet potatoes and a delightful honey glaze creates a mouthwatering harmony of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Each bite melts in your mouth, offering a warm comfort that’s enhanced by the caramelized edges of the sweet potatoes. The addition of fresh lemon juice brightens up the dish, cutting through the sweetness and creating a perfect balance. Plus, with just a few simple ingredients—mostly pantry staples—your kitchen will be filled with aromatic goodness in no time! This vegetarian and gluten-free delight makes it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

Whether served alongside a hearty main course or as part of a cozy autumn feast, these Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey Glaze are sure to impress. Packed with flavor and a healthy caloric count, they’re not just good to eat; they’re also good for you! So, put on your apron and get ready to delight your taste buds with this irresistible side dish.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter ()
  • tablespoons honey 
  • teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 2.3 pounds cubes red-skinned sweet potato peeled cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces ( 7 cups) (yams)

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • skewers
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange sweet potatoes in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Stir butter, honey, and lemon juice in small saucepan over medium heat until butter melts.
  2. Pour butter mixture over sweet potatoes; toss to coat.
  3. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Bake sweet potatoes until tender when pierced with skewer, stirring and turning occasionally, about 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories286kcal
Protein4.85%
Fat35.48%
Carbs59.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.05
Glycemic Load
4.52
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.379565092533%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.57kcal
14.28%
Fat:11.61g
17.86%
Saturated Fat:7.25g
45.34%
Carbohydrates:43.94g
14.65%
Net Carbohydrates:38.31g
13.93%
Sugar:19.67g
21.86%
Cholesterol:30.1mg
10.03%
Sodium:151.68mg
6.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.57g
7.14%
Vitamin A:33039.18IU
660.78%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.69%
Vitamin C:33.71mg
40.87%
Vitamin B6:0.49mg
24.49%
Potassium:817.64mg
23.36%
Fiber:5.64g
22.55%
Vitamin B5:1.53mg
15.27%
Copper:0.28mg
13.89%
Vitamin B3:2.55mg
12.74%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.19%
Magnesium:46.47mg
11.62%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.13%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.22%
Phosphorus:95.7mg
9.57%
Calcium:68.68mg
6.87%
Iron:1.22mg
6.78%
Vitamin K:4.89µg
4.66%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.87%
Folate:11µg
2.75%
Source:Epicurious