Easy Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
1965 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Easy Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Description
Sweet potatoes cut into one-inch cubes are combined with large red onion pieces and tossed in extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, ground cinnamon, and allspice. The mixture is spread evenly on a baking sheet to ensure even roasting without overcrowding.
Roasting at 400°F for 35 to 45 minutes produces tender sweet potatoes with edges that develop a natural char, intensifying their sweetness and flavor complexity. The red onions caramelize alongside, adding savory-sweet contrast to the dish.
The warm spices enhance the natural sweetness of the potatoes and complement the roasted vegetables’ texture. This side pairs well with a variety of main dishes, especially those with autumnal or Mediterranean influence.
Using a black cast iron pan helps maintain steady heat and promotes even cooking and browning, contributing to the dish’s charred edges without drying out the sweet potatoes.
Ingredients
- 3 lb sweet potato peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- extra virgin olive oil I used Private Reserve Greek olive oil
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 to 3/4 tsp ground allspice
- 2 red onion cut into large pieces, small
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F, and position an oven rack in the middle
- Place the sweet potato cubes and onion pieces in a large mixing bowl. Add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (3 to 4 tablespoons) Add salt, pepper, cinnamon and allspice. Toss well to coat.
- Transfer to a sheet pan. Spread the sweet potatoes and onions well in one single layer (do not crowd the pan.)
- Roast for 35 to 45 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are well cooked through and charred on the edges.
Notes
- For optimal roasting, use a black cast iron pan to ensure even heat distribution and good caramelization.
- Arrange the sweet potatoes and onions in a single layer without crowding to allow proper roasting and charring on the edges.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1965 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 196.5kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 46.1g | 15% |
| Protein | 3.6g | 7% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 512.5mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 764.3mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 32175.6IU | 644% |
| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 72.4mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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