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Microwave Sweet Potato

Quick, fluffy microwave sweet potatoes with no mess and minimal prep. Perfect for a healthy, easy side dish that’s ready in minutes with this foolproof method!

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 295 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 sweet potato
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Wash the sweet potato and poke several holes in it with a fork.
  2. Wrap the potato in a damp paper towel.
  3. Place it on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 10 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Carefully remove the plate from the microwave, cut open the sweet potato and add the butter to the center.
  5. Season the sweet potato with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Choose a medium-sized sweet potato for even cooking.
  • Wrap in a damp paper towel to keep it moist.
  • Poke holes all over with a fork to release steam.
  • Rotate halfway through cooking for even results.
  • Check doneness with a fork and add 30-second intervals if needed

Nutrition Information

Calories 295kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 30mg (10%) Sodium 214mg (9%) Potassium 765mg (22%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 32412IU (648%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 71mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 295

% Daily Value*

Calories 295kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.5g 25%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 214mg 9%
Potassium 765mg 16%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 32412IU 648%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 71mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.