Chili Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Easy

Servings: 7

Prep: 5 minutes

15-20

Summary

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Sweet potatoes have a place on many holiday menus and family dinner tables this time of year. As a traditional comfort food, they are often served with brown sugar, marshmallows and lots of butter.

But they are called "sweet" potatoes for a reason: They are already sweet!

This recipe from Carilion Clinic's Dining and Nutrition Services balances the tubers' natural sweetness with a kick from unexpected spices. Gluten-free and lactose-free, a half-cup serving of chili roasted sweet potatoes has only 160 calories, 7 grams fat and 14 grams carbs. Give them a try, and remember: The last step in the recipe is optional!

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Ingredients

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2-3 medium sweet potatoes (peeled)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons maple syrup

Preparation

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Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Cut the potatoes into desired shapes (cubes, wedges or halves).
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, kosher salt, cinnamon and black pepper.
Place in a single layer on the parchment lined sheet pan.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender and pierce easily with a fork.
Remove from oven.
Drizzle with maple syrup and serve immediately.