Roasted purple sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic, and onion powder – crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with flavor.

Purple sweet potatoes, with their vibrant hue and naturally sweet, earthy flavor, are as stunning as they are delicious.

I first heard about purple sweet potatoes being a superfood while watching the documentary Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones. It highlighted how centenarians in Okinawa, Japan, include these vibrant potatoes as a staple in their diet, contributing to their remarkable longevity.

Inspired by their simple yet wholesome way of eating, I decided to cook purple sweet potatoes at home using one of the easiest and healthiest methods – baking them with olive oil, salt, paprika, garlic, and onion powder. The result is a flavorful, nutrient-packed side dish that’s both satisfying and nourishing.

Roasted Purple Sweet Potatoes

Servings: 2-3
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 large purple sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into wedges or cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Optional: fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary) for extra aroma

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Season the Potatoes:
   • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil until evenly coated.
   • Sprinkle with salt, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss again to ensure all the wedges are well seasoned.
3. Bake:
   • Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they aren’t overcrowded.
   • Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are crispy and the insides are tender.
4. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and enjoy them hot.

Serving Tip: These pair well with a creamy tahini or this cashew garlic dip. Enjoy! 💜

Roasted Purple Sweet Potato

Roasted purple sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic, and onion powder—crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with flavor.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Modern

Servings 4 servings

Calories 215 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 large purple sweet potatoes scrubbed and cut into wedges or cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt adjust to salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder

Instructions

 

• Preheat the Oven:

  Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
• Season the Potatoes:

  In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil until evenly coated.

  Sprinkle with salt, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss again to ensure all the wedges are well seasoned.
• Bake:

  Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they aren’t overcrowded.

  Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are crispy and the insides are tender.
• Serve:

  Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and enjoy them hot.

Notes

Serving Tip: These pair well with a creamy tahini or cashew garlic dip. Enjoy!

Keyword purple sweet potato

Baked purple sweet potatoes are a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy this nutrient-packed superfood. With their crispy edges, tender center, and savory seasoning, they make a perfect side dish or snack. Pair them with a creamy cashew garlic dip for an extra burst of flavor and enjoy a wholesome, satisfying bite every time. 

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