Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon & Ginger
Ingredients (12 servings)
• 2 ½ lbs sweet potatoes, scrubbed well + cut into 1½-inch pieces
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
• 4 tbsp refined coconut oil, melted, or unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp grated fresh or ground ginger
Instructions
1. Heat oven to 400°F.
2. Whisk maple syrup, melted coconut oil or butter, lemon juice, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and ginger.
3. Toss with sweet potatoes. Spread on a sheet pan.
4. Roast 30–40 minutes, tossing once, until caramelized and tender.
NUTRITION FACTS:
Sweet potatoes deliver slow, steady energy thanks to their fiber and naturally low glycemic impact, all while packing beta-carotene to support eye health and immune resilience. Sweet potatoes are great swap or white potatoes. They have six times the fiber per serving! Cinnamon and ginger add holiday flavor without the marshmallows, plus both offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds.
Real maple syrup adds minerals like manganese and zinc, and both gently help to balance blood sugar by supporting carbohydrate metabolism and insulin function. While coconut oil and butter both contain saturated fat, there's research showing that coconut oil can be really healing for the digestive system, and even in the long run good for improving our mood, which can be important over the holidays. Use in moderation and enjoy the flavor twist. Even though the recipe is different from tradition, the coconut and ginger will add something special for your family to remember.
