Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
These roasted sweet potatoes with chipotle and lime are crispy, chewy and a perfect balance of sweet, spicy and tangy. They are super easy, healthy and only take a few minutes to throw together before you pop them into the oven.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 31kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine the avocado oil, maple syrup, chipotle powder, paprika, onion powder, salt ,and pepper. Whisk well and set aside.
- Rinse the sweet potatoes, slice in half lengthwise, then cut diagonal slits about 1" apart and 3/4 of the way down in both directions.
- Place the washed and scored sweet potatoes into a large bowl, or a large ziplock bag, and pour in the oil and spice mixture. Seal the bag and then shake lightly until the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray, then remove the potatoes from the bowl or bag and place in a single layer on the baking sheet, with the cut side facing up.
- Bake for about 35-45 minutes, or until the edges are slightly crispy and golden brown.
- Once fully cooked, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven, squeeze the fresh lime juice over the top of each potato and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
Storing leftovers: store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheating: you can microwave them if you are short on time. However, we recommend putting them into a baking dish or sheet pan in a single layer, covering with aluminum foil and reheating at 375 degrees until warmed through. This way they will keep some of their crispy edges.
Nutrition
Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 7mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 4mg