Low Fat Perfectly Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Transform your sweet potato game with this recipe for Low Fat Perfectly Roasted Sweet Potatoes – a healthy and flavorful side dish that's as simple as it is satisfying. Featuring tender cubes of sweet potatoes roasted to perfection with just a tablespoon of olive oil, this low-fat option highlights their natural sweetness while adding a savory twist with sea salt, paprika, freshly ground black pepper, and aromatic rosemary. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep and cook time, this dish delivers golden-brown caramelized edges and a fragrant herbaceous finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prepping, or holiday spreads, these roasted sweet potatoes pair beautifully with roasted meats, salads, or vegetarian mains. Healthy, wholesome, and irresistibly delicious, this recipe is proof that minimal ingredients can create maximum flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
• 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Place the sweet potato cubes into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potatoes and toss to coat evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the sea salt, black pepper, and paprika over the sweet potatoes and toss again to ensure each piece is seasoned.

Step 6

Chop the fresh rosemary finely and add it to the bowl, tossing one last time to incorporate the herbs evenly.

Step 7

Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 8

Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the potatoes are tender and golden brown.

Step 9

Once done, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy as a healthy side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(542.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	578.8

Total Fat 14.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2227.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 8.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 165.0mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 43.8mg	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: 21.7%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 72.8%