Description

These roasted sweet potato rounds are a quick, healthy, and crowd-pleasing fall side dish with crispy edges and soft centers. Customizable with your favorite spices, they’re perfect for weeknights, holidays, or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large or 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs or 700g), scrubbed (peeling optional)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary), chopped

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If using a toaster oven, set to 400°F (205°C).
Wash and scrub sweet potatoes well. Slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds, keeping slices as even as possible.
In a large mixing bowl, toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and any optional spices or herbs until evenly coated.
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat (optional for easier cleanup). Arrange sweet potato rounds in a single layer, leaving space between each round.
Roast in the oven for 12 minutes. Flip each round with a spatula, then roast for another 8-10 minutes, until both sides are golden brown and centers are fork-tender.
Optional: Sprinkle with fresh herbs or grated parmesan while hot. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispy rounds, use a convection oven or roast in two batches to avoid crowding. Peeling sweet potatoes is optional; skins get crispy when scrubbed well. Tossing rounds in a bowl ensures even seasoning. Try flavor variations like maple-Dijon, chipotle, or cinnamon sugar. Rounds reheat well and can be made ahead for meal prep.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 6 rounds
Calories: 115
Sugar: 5
Sodium: 300
Fat: 3
Saturated Fat: 0.5
Carbohydrates: 23
Fiber: 3
Protein: 2

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