Description
Delight in the natural sweetness and warm spices of these Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes, a perfect vegan side dish that combines tender, caramelized sweet potato cubes with the rich flavors of pure maple syrup and cinnamon. Easy to prepare and ideal for holiday meals or cozy fall dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley or toasted pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Toss the sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with the maple syrup, olive oil, ground cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg if using. Mix thoroughly until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Arrange for roasting: Spread the coated sweet potatoes evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure uniform roasting.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping the potatoes once halfway through cooking to promote even caramelization. The sweet potatoes should be tender and have a slightly caramelized edge when done.
- Serve and garnish: Remove from the oven, transfer the sweet potatoes to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or toasted pecans if desired. Serve warm for the best flavor.
Notes
- Cut sweet potatoes into evenly sized cubes to ensure even cooking and roasting.
- For a savory variation, substitute cinnamon with fresh thyme or rosemary.
