Heart-Healthy Simple Baked Sweet Potatoes

Indulge in the natural sweetness of "Heart-Healthy Simple Baked Sweet Potatoes," a wholesome side dish that’s as flavorful as it is nutritious. This easy recipe combines the creamy, caramelized goodness of oven-baked sweet potatoes with a fragrant infusion of olive oil, fresh rosemary, and garlic powder. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and black pepper, these sweet potatoes are roasted to tender perfection in just under an hour. Ideal for busy weeknights or as part of a balanced meal, this heart-healthy dish is packed with antioxidants, fiber, and essential nutrients. Serve them as a satisfying standalone side or dress them up with your favorite toppings for a versatile, guilt-free delight. Optimize your healthy eating lifestyle with this vibrant and easy baked sweet potato recipe today!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then dry them with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 3

Using a sharp knife, poke several holes into each sweet potato to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 4

Place the sweet potatoes on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, chopped fresh rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Brush each sweet potato with the olive oil mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender inside. You can check this by inserting a fork or skewer into the center; it should go through with little resistance.

Step 8

Once done, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 9

Serve the baked sweet potatoes as is or slice them open and garnish with a sprinkle of extra rosemary, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(755.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	881.8

Total Fat 28.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1579.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 11.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.1mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 36.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.3%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 66.6%