Purple Sweet Potato Recipe
A delicious, oven-roasted (or baked, or mashed) dish featuring vibrant purple sweet potatoes. This purple sweet potato recipe highlights their natural sweetness, creamy texture, and stunning color.
Equipment
- Baking sheet (or casserole dish)
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Medium bowl (optional, for mixing or mashing)
Ingredients
- 2 –3 medium purple sweet potatoes scrubbed
- 1 –2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1 tablespoon butter optional, for mashing
Additional optional flavors (e.g., rosemary, thyme, cinnamon, coconut milk)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and Dry the potatoes thoroughly.
- Cut them into wedges or cubes if desired for faster cooking.
- Season: Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings.
- Roast on a baking sheet for 25–35 minutes, checking for fork tenderness.
- Mash (Optional): If mashing, transfer to a bowl and add butter or coconut milk, then mash to your preferred texture.
- Serve Hot and enjoy, or store leftovers in an airtight container.
Notes
These potatoes are nutrient-rich, providing plenty of antioxidants. Feel free to add your own spices or herbs for extra flavor.