Description
Baked sweet potatoes are a nutritious, delicious dish that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. Bursting with natural sweetness and a fluffy texture, they serve as a versatile canvas for both sweet and savory toppings. This easy recipe requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor, making it perfect for cozy family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds or pecans)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and poke holes in each with a fork.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Remove from the oven, slice lengthwise, fluff the insides with a fork, and add your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked sweet potato (about 200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg