Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
By
Carol White
@Mstwinkie
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Candied Sweet Potatoes is another family recipe that I needed to make healthier. I took away the sugar and butter that made up a heavy syrup. Instead I added agave nectar and olive oil in its place. Enjoy!
Blue Ribbon Recipe
The perfect combination of sweet and savory, you'll fall in love with every bite of these yummy potatoes! We adore the slight kick of chili powder coupled with the zingy lime juice.
Ingredients
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2 1/2 lbsweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
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2 Tbspextra-virgin olive oil
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2 Tbspagave nectar
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1juice of 1 lime (about 1 tbsp)
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4 clovegarlic (minced)
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1 Tbspfresh grated ginger
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1 tspcinnamon
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1 tspchili powder
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1 tspnutmeg
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1/2 cfresh scallions (chopped) for garnish
How to Make Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray cooking spray lightly on a large foil-lined baking sheet. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, agave nectar, lime juice, garlic, fresh ginger and spices. Then add sweet potatoes and coat.
- Pour sweet potatoes and seasonings on to roasting pan and spread them out into an even layer. Season with a little salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast sweet potatoes in oven, stirring occasionally, for about 40 minutes or until they are golden brown, tender and caramelized. Remove from oven and place in serving dish. Garnish with fresh scallions.
About Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Course/Dish: Vegetables Potatoes
Main Ingredient: Potatoes
Regional Style: American
Dietary Needs: Vegetarian
Collections: Thanksgiving Table 2012 Member's Choice
Other Tag: Healthy
