Vegetarian Maple & Apple Cider Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are already a crowd-pleaser, but roasting them at high heat with coconut oil takes them somewhere truly special — golden, caramelized edges with a tender, creamy center. The real magic here is the glaze: pure maple syrup and apple cider vinegar simmer down with fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon into something tangy, warm, and just a little complex. That final few minutes back in the oven lets the glaze set and cling to every cube, creating those deeply caramelized edges that make people hover around the pan before it even hits the table. Everything in this dish comes straight from whole, plant-based ingredients, so there's no need to scan labels or second-guess anything. Fresh thyme scattered on top at the end adds a subtle herby note that keeps the sweetness from feeling one-dimensional. It works beautifully as a holiday side or a weeknight dish that feels a little more special than it has any right to be.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 2 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For the glaze
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with the melted coconut oil and sea salt until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between the pieces.
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