Description
A savory, crispy side dish that combines sweet potatoes with garlic and Parmesan flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (1-inch)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Begin your cooking adventure by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This temperature will create the ideal conditions for roasting sweet potatoes, allowing them to turn crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Take your sweet potatoes, peel them, and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Make sure all pieces are roughly the same size, which will ensure they cook evenly. This step is crucial as it affects both the texture and cooking time. Place the cubed sweet potatoes into a large mixing bowl.
- In your bowl with the sweet potatoes, add in the olive oil, finely minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together with your hands or a large spoon until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated with the mixture. The oil and seasonings will give the sweet potatoes an irresistible flavor profile as they roast.
- Transfer the coated sweet potatoes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread them out in a single layer, ensuring enough space between them for proper roasting. Overcrowding the pan can lead to steaming instead of roasting, which is not what you want.
- Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven. Roast the sweet potatoes for about 20–25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. This flipping is essential as it helps them brown evenly on all sides. Keep an eye on them toward the end, as you want them to be golden and tender, yet not overly soft.
- Once roasted, you can add an optional drizzle of melted butter over the hot sweet potatoes for extra richness and flavor. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness. Serve immediately while they’re still warm to enjoy the full flavor profile.
Notes
These roasted sweet potatoes are perfect as a side or even as a main dish when topped with your favorite protein or added to salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Protein: 4 g