Roasted Sweet Potatoes
A little soft and a little crispy, these sweet potatoes are one of my go-to vegetable recipes for kids. I love them since they are great for babies and toddlers (as well as us adults!), they are easy for the kids to eat, they work well warm or chilled. Plus they’re super versatile—they pair with all sorts of flavors. We love to have them with Baked Chicken Tenders, Marinated Chicken Tenders, Chickpea Fritters, Breakfast Burritos, and more. I love to make extras so I have leftovers on hand to pack for daycare or even to add a veggie boost to toddler smoothies. (You may also like Sweet Potato Tots and my Sweet Potato Baby Cake.)
Ingredients You Need
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Sweet potato (with orange flesh). These are sometimes called “garnet yams”. Olive oil Salt, optional to taste.
TIP: Don’t cut your sweet potato until you’re ready to cook it as it will brown if left exposed to air.
Step-by-Step Instructions
The process involved in making this recipe is super simple. Scroll down to the bottom for the full recipe, but follow these basic steps: TIP: These sweet potato cubes will be soft, but not super crispy. To make them extra crispy, eliminate the nonstick spray and use a little extra olive oil. They may stick a little to your roasting pan, which is why I don’t usually go that route, but I do understand the texture preference.
How to Store
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
Best Tips for Success
I find that the garnet yams variety has the best flavor, but any orange flesh one will work. Add salt to taste as you like. (You can omit it for babies or younger toddlers.) You can serve these warm or at room temperature if in a packed lunch. Try them in my Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls. Serve with a dip such as ketchup, ranch, or any other sauce your kids like. If you leave the salt off, you can add ½ of the leftover sweet potatoes to any toddler smoothie to add creaminess and nutrition.
I’d love to hear your feedback on this recipe if you try it, so please comment below.
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This post was first published January 2020.
