Description
Zesty Sweet Potato with Butter Beans Crunch is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines roasted sweet potatoes and creamy butter beans, topped with zesty lemon juice and spices. This wholesome recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, offering a delightful crunch that will excite your taste buds. With its nutritious ingredients and simple preparation, this dish brings warmth and joy to every table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and cubed
- 1 can (400g) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until coated.
- Spread sweet potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer; roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- After 20 minutes of roasting, add butter beans and lemon juice; mix gently.
- Roast an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg