Walnut Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
A delicious and nutritious side dish made with sweet potatoes, maple syrup, and walnuts, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 medium sweet potatoes Choose firm sweet potatoes with smooth skin.
- ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon Plus additional for topping.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ⅓ cup maple syrup Plus 2 tablespoons.
- ⅓ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and slice them into ½-inch rounds.
- Set your oven to 200°C (400°F) to prepare for roasting.
- In a mixing bowl, toss sweet potato slices with melted butter, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well coated.
Baking
- Arrange the slices evenly on a baking tray and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until tender.
- While baking, mix maple syrup, walnuts, cinnamon, and thyme in a small bowl for topping.
- Remove the baking tray from the oven and spoon the maple walnut mixture over each slice.
- Return to the oven for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until topping is caramelized and golden.
Serving
- Serve immediately. Optionally, sprinkle with feta cheese for added flavor.
Notes
To store leftovers, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave. Can freeze for up to a month.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g
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