Cajun Style Baked Sweet Potato
Elevate your side dish game with this Cajun Style Baked Sweet Potato recipe, a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and savory flavors! These tender, caramelized sweet potatoes are generously coated in a bold Cajun seasoning blend, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, then roasted to perfection for a crispy skin and irresistibly soft center. With minimal prep and just 10 minutes of hands-on time, this recipe fits seamlessly into weeknight dinners or meal prep plans. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous touch and serve these flavorful sweet potatoes as a unique side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course. Bursting with rustic Southern-inspired flair, these baked sweet potatoes are a healthy, gluten-free treat that's as comforting as it is easy to make.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Step 2
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly to remove dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Step 3
Using a fork, pierce each sweet potato 5-6 times to allow steam to escape while baking.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper to create a seasoning paste.
Step 5
Rub the seasoning paste evenly over each sweet potato, ensuring they are well-coated.
Step 6
Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and the skins are slightly crispy.
Step 7
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Optionally, slice them open lengthwise and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for an added burst of color and freshness, if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on their own for a flavorful, healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (563.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 729.2 |
| Total Fat 28.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2777.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 110.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.9g | |
| Protein 9.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 170.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1846.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories