Gut Friendly Maple-Pecan Glazed Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are already a gut-friendly powerhouse, loaded with fiber and natural compounds that support a happy digestive system, and roasting them at high heat coaxes out a deep, caramelized sweetness that feels genuinely indulgent. The skins stay on here, which is a small but meaningful move — that's where a good chunk of the fiber lives, and it also saves you prep time. A quick stovetop glaze of pure maple syrup, cinnamon, and ginger brings warmth and complexity without any processed sugars or additives that can throw your gut off balance. Raw pecans get stirred right into that glaze, picking up a glossy, toasty coating that adds satisfying crunch and healthy fats to every bite. The whole thing comes together on one baking sheet and a single small saucepan, so cleanup is minimal and the payoff is enormous. A scatter of fresh thyme at the end lifts everything with a subtle herbal note that keeps the dish from tipping too sweet. Whether you're serving this as a weeknight side or bringing it to a holiday table, it's the kind of dish that disappears fast — and nobody needs to know it's as nourishing as it is delicious.
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4 servings
- 2 lb sweet potatoes (about 2 large), scrubbed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the glaze
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- ¾ cup raw pecan halves
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Slice the sweet potatoes crosswise into 1/2-inch rounds (no need to peel). Arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and the black pepper, and toss to coat, then spread back into a single layer.
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