Description
These Smoky Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle Mayo are a flavorful and satisfying side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a smoky, spicy kick from chipotle mayo. Perfect for any meal, these roasted sweet potatoes are easy to make and sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Chipotle Mayo:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast sweet potatoes: Spread the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Make chipotle mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, lime juice, and honey until smooth. Adjust chipotle for spice level.
- Serve: Transfer the roasted sweet potatoes to a serving platter, drizzle with chipotle mayo, or serve on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayo.
- These potatoes pair perfectly with grilled meats, tacos, or as part of a grain bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
