Baked sweet potatoes with scallions and cilantro

Discover the perfect balance of sweet and savory with our Baked Sweet Potatoes recipe, topped with fresh scallions, cilantro, and a touch of butter. A simple yet flavorful dish seasoned with salt and pepper, perfect for any meal.

  • 20 Feb 2025
  • Cook time 40 min
  • Prep time 5 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Baked sweet potatoes with scallions and cilantro

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Ingredients:

4 sweet potatos
240g
1/2 tsp salt
3g
1/4 tsp black pepper
0.52g
2 tbsp coriander leaves
2g
3 tbsp butter
44g
2 tbsp onion
12g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This step ensures that the oven reaches the required temperature by the time you are ready to bake the sweet potatoes.
2. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- Using a fork, prick each sweet potato several times. This allows steam to escape during baking, which helps to cook the potatoes evenly.
3. Bake the Sweet Potatoes:
- Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet or in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender. You can check for tenderness by inserting a fork or knife into the center of the potatoes; it should slide in easily.
4. Prepare the Flavor Mixture:
- While the sweet potatoes are baking, finely chop the fresh cilantro leaves and onion.
- In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, cilantro, and onion.
5. Melt the Butter:
- In a small saucepan or microwave-safe dish, melt the butter. Be careful not to overheat; the butter should be just melted.
6. Stuff the Sweet Potatoes:
- Once the sweet potatoes are tender, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly for handling.
- Carefully slice each sweet potato lengthwise, making a cut down the center. Be careful not to cut all the way through; you want the sweet potato to open up but still remain intact.
7. Add the Toppings:
- Gently fluff the inside of each sweet potato with a fork to create some space for the toppings.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the inside of each sweet potato.
- Sprinkle the mixed salt, pepper, cilantro, and onion mixture on top of the sweet potatoes.
8. Serve:
- Serve the baked sweet potatoes hot as a side dish or a light main course. They pair well with grilled meats, salads, or as part of a larger vegetarian spread.

Tips:

- For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lime juice over the sweet potatoes before serving.

- If you prefer a bit of heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce.

- If you're short on time, you can microwave the sweet potatoes for 5-10 minutes before transferring them to the oven to finish baking.

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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size72 grams
Energy
Calories 130kcal7%
Protein
Protein 1.08g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 1.90g5%
Sugar 2.75g3%
Fat
Fat 9g10%
Saturated 4.87g16%
Cholesterol 24mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 510ug56%
Choline 10mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.05mg4%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg3%
Vitamin B3 0.34mg2%
Vitamin B6 0.13mg8%
Vitamin B9 8ug2%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 1.82mg2%
Vitamin E 0.17mg1%
Vitamin K 3.60ug3%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 22mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.10mg11%
Iron, Fe 0.40mg4%
Magnesium, Mg 16mg4%
Phosphorus, P 33mg3%
Potassium, K 210mg6%
Selenium, Se 0.37ug1%
Sodium, Na 320mg22%
Zinc, Zn 0.20mg2%
Water
Water 50g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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