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.
- 23 May 2025
- Cook time 40 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 4 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
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Ingredients:
Instructions:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- In a small saucepan or microwave-safe dish, melt the butter. Be careful not to overheat; the butter should be just melted.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Size | 72 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 130kcal | 7% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.08g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 12g | 4% |
| Fiber 1.90g | 5% |
| Sugar 2.75g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 9g | 10% |
| Saturated 4.87g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 24mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 510ug | 56% |
| Choline 10mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 0.04mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 0.34mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 0.13mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B9 8ug | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 1.82mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E 0.17mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K 3.60ug | 3% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 22mg | 2% |
| Copper, Cu 0.10mg | 11% |
| Iron, Fe 0.40mg | 4% |
| Magnesium, Mg 16mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus, P 33mg | 3% |
| Potassium, K 210mg | 6% |
| Selenium, Se 0.37ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 320mg | 22% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.20mg | 2% |
| 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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