A Sweet and Savory Maple Oven-Roasted Sweet Potato Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds a unique flavor, while cayenne is a more affordable spice.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and cheaper than fresh.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Wash and peel the sweet potatoes.

Cut the sweet potatoes into even cubes or wedges.

In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil and maple syrup until evenly coated.

Sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt over the sweet potatoes.

Mix well to ensure all pieces are seasoned.

Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Roast in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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