Description
Crispy Sweet Potato Bites are golden, bite-sized cubes of sweet potato seasoned and roasted to perfection. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they’re a versatile, healthy snack or side dish that’s quick to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
- Optional: 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp dried herbs, or 1/2 tsp cinnamon for a sweet twist
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel and dice sweet potatoes into small, even cubes for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Spread the cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren’t crowded.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crisp on the edges and tender inside.
- Let cool slightly before serving to allow edges to crisp further.
Notes
- Add chili powder or cayenne for a spicy version.
- Sprinkle cinnamon and a pinch of brown sugar before roasting for a sweet option.
- Top with grated Parmesan in the last 5 minutes for added flavor.
- Serve with dips like garlic aioli, spicy ketchup, or herbed yogurt sauce.
- Use in salads, wraps, or grain bowls for meal versatility.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
