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3 Healthy And Simple-to-Make Sweet Potato Recipes

July 3, 2017 by Lena Bissonnette 7 Comments

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Do you know that sweet potatoes come with impressive benefits?

Sweet potatoes are even the world’s top sources of dietary fiber, which means they can help you lower cholesterol and support healthy weight loss! The excessive potassium content in a sweet potato is also sufficient to make up for the effects of stress and significantly lower blood pressure. It has much more potassium than a banana.

3 Healthy And Simple-to-Make Sweet Potato RecipesThere are so much more benefits to this sweet-tasting, tuberous root, so I guess you’ll agree with me if I say we should be eating more sweet potatoes, aren’t you?

Hence, in this article, I will share with you some of the best and healthy sweet potato recipes that you should give a try. Let’s find out below!

Oven-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

3 Healthy And Simple-to-Make Sweet Potato RecipesThis recipe serves to be a healthy alternative to French fries whenever my kids and I are having a craving for them. You can also serve this as a side dish, they go great with Baked BBQ Ribs.

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Oven-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
 
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Author: Lena Bissonnette
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 3 sweet potatoes, small or about 2 lbs
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. dry mustard
  • 1 ½ tbsp. garlic-flavored olive oil
  • 2 tsp. fresh rosemary, minced
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut each of them in a lengthwise shape; you should be able to make 8 wedges.
  3. Combine all the ingredients, including the cut sweet potatoes, in a large bowl. Make sure to toss it well.
  4. Arrange the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake it at 450 degrees Fahrenheit. After 15 minutes, turn the wedges. Continue baking for another 15 minutes or until the potatoes get lightly browned.
Notes
I like how this recipe serves to be a healthy alternative to French fries whenever my kids and I are craving for them. You can also serve this as a side dish such as on Baked BBQ Baby Back Ribs.
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Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Chips

3 Healthy And Simple-to-Make Sweet Potato RecipesSo there you have it, your oven-roasted sweet potato chips, a tasty and easy-to-make snack. I like how it is both crispy and spicy, and most of all you will not feel any guilt every time you munch it down.

This recipe is best served with a store bought light ranch dressing. The ideal serving size is 1 tbsp. dip for every 11 chips.

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Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Chips
 
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Author: Lena Bissonnette
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • ¾ lb. sweet potatoes
  • ¼ tsp. ground cumin
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • 1 ½ tsp. chilli powder
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • Light ranch dressing
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cut the sweet potatoes into thick slices, about ¼ inch.
  3. Mix together cumin, salt, chilli powder and olive oil. Now put the sweet potatoes in the mixture; toss it well.
  4. Lightly oil a non-stick baking sheet and cover it with a layer of sweet potatoes.
  5. Roast it for about 20 minutes or until it is golden and tender; turn it once.
Notes
This recipe is best served with a store bought light ranch dressing. The ideal serving size is 1 tbsp. dip for every 11 chips.
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Grilled Sweet Potato Fries

3 Healthy And Simple-to-Make Sweet Potato RecipesWhat a satisfying way to crunch your needed vitamins A and C. This sweet potato recipe is a perfect pair to any summer dishes!

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Grilled Sweet Potato Fries
 
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Author: Lena Bissonnette
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 2 sweet potatoes, medium-sized or about 1 ¾ lbs
  • ¼ tsp. Kosher Salt
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper, freshly grounded
  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • ½ tsp. paprika
Instructions
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high
  2. Place the sweet potatoes into the microwave and set it to high heat. Cook it for about 6 – 7 minutes or until it is crisp-tender upon piercing a knife.
  3. When the sweet potatoes are cooked, cut them into lengthwise; you should be able to make 8 wedges.
  4. Now, place the wedges on a sheet pan, trickle them with olive oil and then sprinkle the paprika and pepper. Toss it well!
  5. Grill each side for 3 minutes or until the potatoes get fully cooked. Season it with salt to taste.
Notes
What a satisfying way to crunch your needed vitamins A and C. This sweet potato recipe is a perfect pair to any summer dishes!
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Final Thought

It’s no surprise why sweet potatoes have always been on top of nearly everyone’s healthiest food list! Fortunately, there are a lot of quick and easy ways to prep them up. You can load up sweet potatoes hearty flavor and nutrition without spending too much time.

How about you? Do you have your own favorite sweet potato recipe? Why don’t you share it with me by leaving some comments below?

Don’t forget to share this list of recipes with your fellow sweet potato lovers too!

Bio

Hi, I’m Lena Bissonnette, the founder of Living n Tasting. It has always been my goal to help and encourage everyone to discover, not only the best recipes but also the newest and coolest cooking techniques that will lead us to a well-balanced and healthy life.

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Comments

  1. Sandra L Garth says

    September 27, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    This is my spud of choice! I go through periods where I eat one a day for weeks. Each of your pictures is mouthwatering and thanks for inspiring me to rekindle my love of sweet potatoes.

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  2. Stella says

    October 1, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    I am definitely interested in this.Thank you for the wonderful recipes.

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  3. Stella says

    October 1, 2017 at 4:43 pm

    5 star

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  4. Amber Harrop says

    October 2, 2017 at 5:38 pm

    I can’t wait to try these I am growing Sweet potatoes this year so I need lots of recipes

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  5. Miz Helen says

    October 3, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    We love your Sweet Potatoes and these are great recipes! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday and come back soon!
    Miz Helen

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  6. Leanna says

    October 4, 2017 at 12:02 am

    These all look delicious and I really like the surprising spice choices. Pinning.

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