Artificial Food Coloring Free Paleo Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes roasted at high heat until their edges go deeply caramelized and their centers turn silky soft — this is the kind of simple side dish that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. The seasoning blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of cayenne gives every cube a warm, smoky kick that feels anything but plain. Avocado oil handles the high roasting temperature beautifully, helping those edges crisp up without burning, and a scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a bright, herby finish. For anyone keeping a close eye on artificial dyes and synthetic additives, this recipe is refreshingly straightforward — every bit of color on the plate comes from real ingredients, not a lab. Packaged seasoning blends and bottled sauces are common culprits for hidden dyes, so building the spice mix yourself from scratch here is a genuinely smart move. The result is a vibrant, deeply flavored dish that looks stunning and tastes even better, with zero ingredient anxiety along the way.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or leave it unlined — both work.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with the avocado oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne, if using, until every piece is evenly coated.
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