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Baked Sweet Potato

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This baked sweet potato recipe is simple, cozy, and packed with flavor. A single ingredient transforms into a naturally sweet, fluffy side or full meal. Perfect for any season.

Prep time
5 minutes
Cook time
40 minutes
Total time
45 minutes
Yield
2 servings

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes Butter or vegan butter Sea salt Chives Greek yogurt or tzatziki Guacamole Creamy avocado cilantro lime dressing

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Scrub the sweet potatoes and poke holes with a fork.
  3. Place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 40–50 minutes until soft and puffed.
  5. Split open and add your favorite toppings.

Notes

No foil wrapping needed this keeps the skin lightly crisp. Bake ahead and reheat for easy meals. Try toppings like black beans, chili, or almond butter and banana.

Nutrition

Calories
180
Fat
0.1g
Saturated fat
0g
Sugar
7g
Sodium
70mg
Protein
4g
Carbohydrates
41g
Fiber
5g