Honey Free Ginger-Lime Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes roasted at high heat until their edges turn deeply golden and caramelized are already a hard dish to resist — but fresh ginger, lime zest, and turmeric take them somewhere genuinely exciting. The coconut oil helps everything crisp up beautifully while carrying those bold, aromatic flavors into every cube. Many roasted sweet potato recipes lean on honey or maple syrup for sweetness, but this one lets the natural sugars in the potato do all the work, so there's nothing to swap or avoid. A final drizzle of fresh lime juice right before serving brightens the whole dish and keeps it from feeling heavy. Optional cilantro adds a pop of color and a fresh herbal note if you're into it. It's the kind of side dish that disappears fast, whether you're serving it alongside grilled proteins, tucking it into grain bowls, or honestly just eating it straight off the pan.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with the melted coconut oil, grated ginger, lime zest, turmeric, and salt until every piece is evenly coated.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!