Healthy Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli
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Healthy Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli
Description
Healthy Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli uses peeled, cubed sweet potatoes and broccoli florets seasoned with olive, avocado, or grapeseed oil alongside kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. The vegetables are tossed evenly and roasted at 425°F on a preheated baking sheet for 30-40 minutes, turning and tossing halfway through for even cooking and caramelization.
The roasting process softens the sweet potatoes while crisping the edges and crisps the broccoli florets lightly. The seasoning blend adds a balance of savory, smoky, and aromatic notes that complement the natural sweetness of the vegetables. Adjusting the spice mix can personalize the flavor.
This side dish pairs well with roasted meats, sausages, or can be served as a vegetarian main. It can also be refrigerated for a few days and reheated. Alternatives such as using brussels sprouts instead of broccoli or swapping sweet potatoes for butternut squash or carrots offer flexibility. The recipe is adaptable for air fryer cooking and making ahead for meal prep.
Adding toppings like maple syrup, balsamic glaze, or cooking alongside sausages provides variation. Storing any leftovers in airtight containers and reheating gently in the oven or microwave maintains texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 2-4 sweet potato washed, peeled, cut into 1" cubes
- 1-2 bunches broccoli cut into florets (about 8 cups)
- 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil I like Avocado oil, olive oil or Grapeseed oil, generic cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425F and place a half sheet pan in the oven (this gives them a little extra crisp). Depending on how much you have, you might need to split between two pans. Peel the sweet potatoes and then cut them into 1 inch cubes, placing them in a large mixing bowl.
- Cut the broccoli into bite size florets and add to the mixing bowl.
- Toss veggies with oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika. Use a large slotted spoon or your hands to mix everything together, making sure the vegetables are evenly coated.
- Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. If desired (for easier clean up) line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Evenly spread the broccoli and sweet potatoes onto the baking sheet.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes. Rotate the sheet pan(s) halfway through roasting, and toss veggies with spatula.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Notes
- Air fryer method: roast vegetables at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway, in batches if needed.
- Customize seasonings or add sweet maple syrup or balsamic glaze for variation.
- Add sliced sausages or brats to the roasting pan for a complete sheet pan meal.
- Substitute brussels sprouts for broccoli or mix sweet potatoes with butternut squash or carrots.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers refrigerated for 2-3 days. Reheat in microwave or oven till warmed through.
- Make-ahead options include pre-cutting and seasoning vegetables to roast later the same day.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 136 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 136kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Sodium | 445mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 477mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 6862IU | 137% |
| Vitamin C | 91mg | 101% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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