Lemony Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes
Sweet potatoes roasted until caramelized and finished with lemon for brightness. This carb prep brings a slightly sweeter lane to your mix-and-match lineup without overlapping your recent meals too closely.
Back to full listIngredients
- Sweet potatoes 2.5 lb $2.49/lb or $2.29/lb red sweet potatoes
- Fresh lemons 1/2 lemon $4.99 per 2 lb bag
- Oil, salt, black pepper as needed pantry
Instructions
- Prep 2.5 lb Sweet Potatoes at $2.49/lb or Red Sweet Potatoes at $2.29/lb by peeling if desired and cutting into 3/4-inch cubes. Cut 1/2 lemon from the Kroger Fresh Lemons Bag at $4.99 per 2 lb bag.
- Heat the oven to 425°F. Toss the 2.5 lb sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper on a sheet pan.
- Roast the 2.5 lb seasoned sweet potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once, until tender and caramelized on the edges.
- Squeeze the 1/2 lemon over the hot roasted sweet potatoes and toss gently. Cool and portion for the week.
Cook time: 35 minutes
Estimated cost: $4-6
Health notes: About 170-210 calories per serving. Rich in beta-carotene and fiber. A nutrient-dense starch choice for lunch bowls and dinner plates.
Drink pairing: No wine pairing needed for this prep component.