Low Fat Low Calorie Sweet Potatoes and Onion Side Dish

Elevate your healthy side dish game with this Low Fat Low Calorie Sweet Potatoes and Onion recipe—a simple yet flavor-packed option perfect for any meal. Featuring tender, caramelized sweet potatoes and golden onions seasoned with garlic powder, dried thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper, this oven-roasted dish delivers wholesome comfort with minimal effort. Drizzled with just a touch of olive oil to keep it light, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between hearty and healthy. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a quick and versatile side to pair with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or enjoy as a standalone plant-based delight. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and herby zest that ties it all together.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 large yellow onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1-inch pieces.

Step 3

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion into half-moon shapes.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes and onion slices.

Step 5

Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and toss to coat them evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Toss again to distribute the seasonings evenly.

Step 7

Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes and onions in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat.

Step 8

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time, until the sweet potatoes are tender and the onions are caramelized.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 10

Optional: Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving for added flavor and color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(427.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	416.9

Total Fat 14.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 150.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 5.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 122.1mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 248.5mg	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: 29.9%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 64.5%