Whole 30 Whole30 Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are already one of the most naturally satisfying vegetables out there, and roasting them at a high heat takes them somewhere truly special. The edges caramelize and crisp up while the centers stay tender and creamy — no added sugar, no fillers, just the natural sweetness doing its thing. A blend of smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder gives every cube a warm, smoky depth that makes this feel like way more than a simple side dish. One of the trickier parts of eating this way is finding flavor without leaning on sauces or condiments that sneak in off-limits ingredients, and this spice lineup solves that problem completely. Everything here is clean and compliant — just olive oil, spices, and fresh produce. It comes together in about 30 minutes and serves four, making it an easy addition to a weekly meal prep rotation or a weeknight dinner spread. A handful of fresh parsley on top adds a bright finish that pulls the whole plate together.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or leave it bare — both work.
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with the olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until every piece is evenly coated.
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