Baked Sweet Potato Wedges
Baked Sweet Potato Wedges are a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional fries, featuring thick sweet potato wedges seasoned and baked to crispy perfection with a tender inside.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, washed and cut into 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick wedges
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: chili powder or cayenne pepper for heat
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss sweet potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Arrange wedges in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy on edges.
- Optional: sprinkle with fresh herbs or serve with favorite dipping sauce.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Add cinnamon and brown sugar for a sweet twist.
- Use smoked paprika or Cajun seasoning for spicy flavor.
- Toss with fresh rosemary or thyme before baking.
- Serve with garlic aioli, ketchup, or spicy mayo for dipping.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese after baking for extra savory flavor.
- Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days.
- Reheat in oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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