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Sweet and Spicy Mexican Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Sweet and Spicy Mexican Roasted Sweet Potatoes Delight

Sweet and Spicy Mexican Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a flavorful balance of sweet and heat that elevate any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Can experiment with white sweet potatoes
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can swap for agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Can substitute with cumin or smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional but recommended for added warmth
For Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use coconut oil for different flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to preference, sea salt or pink Himalayan salt recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for maximum flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Peeler
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into even rounds about ½ inch thick.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, honey, chili flakes, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Roast in the oven for about 25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 384IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For optimal texture, reheat any leftovers in the oven and drizzle with honey before serving.

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