Published 8/30/2023 We have tested our fair share of roasted vegetable recipes here in the Fit Foodie studio. From roasted Brussels sprouts to roasted broccoli, garlic roasted cauliflower to ranch roasted potatoes, and everything in between, oven baked veggies are our fave! This tried and true recipe for roasted sweet potatoes in the oven is super simple yet makes perfect sweet potatoes every time. All you need are pantry basics and about 30 minutes of bake time at 400ºF! Use this recipe for sweet potato cubes, rounds, or wedges – they come out wonderfully crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
What You Need for Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Roasted sweet potatoes are our go-to whenever we need a quick veggie side (and are delicious added to any buddha bowl recipe). They require minimal prep and just a few staple ingredients including sweet potatoes and seasonings like garlic powder, salt, and pepper. A drizzle of olive oil helps crisp them up while they bake.
Roasted Sweet Potato Variations
Flavor: For classic roasted sweet potatoes we kept the seasoning pretty basic, but mix up the flavor by adding other spices and fresh herbs like: It is very normal for sweet potatoes to have a little discoloration and dirt – they do come from the ground after all!
Fajita seasoning Taco seasoning Curry powder Cinnamon sugar Italian seasoning Chopped fresh rosemary and/or oregano
Shape: This recipe works for any shape of sliced sweet potatoes. Choose exactly how you want to slice them before baking – rounds, wedges, fries, and cubes are all great options!
More Sweet Potato Recipes
If you have a lot of sweet potatoes on hand and don’t want to roast them all, try our recipes for:
Baked Sweet Potato (and, here’s how to microwave a sweet potato) Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries or Baked Sweet Potato Fries Sweet Potato Tater Tots Mashed Sweet Potatoes Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Storage
Roasted sweet potatoes are great for meal-prep! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Enjoy cold or reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
We love eating roasted sweet potatoes with a grain such as quinoa and a big kale salad. Roasted sweet potato cubes also star in a lot of our Buddha bowl recipes. Here are some other pairing options for your taters:
Slow Cooker Pork Roast Sous Vide Chicken Breast Instant Pot Pork Chops Quinoa Tabbouli
