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Not Too Sweet Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Love sweet potatoes but hate the sugary overload? This recipe is your answer! We roast sweet potatoes and bananas for a naturally sweet and subtly tangy dish. The lime zest at the end adds a burst of fresh flavor that will leave you wanting more. A simple, healthy, and delicious side dish or light meal, perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 53 mins
Calories 604.9 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Not Too Sweet Sweet Potatoes

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How to Make Not Too Sweet Sweet Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash and pierce 1 lb (450g) sweet potatoes several times with a fork.
  3. Roast sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack for 45 minutes, or until tender.
  4. While sweet potatoes roast, peel and quarter 2 ripe bananas.
  5. In a separate, greased baking dish, roast the bananas at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes.
  6. Once sweet potatoes are cooked, let them cool slightly, then scoop the flesh into a large bowl.
  7. Add the roasted bananas to the sweet potato bowl.
  8. Add the following ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
  9. Using a hand mixer or potato masher, whip the sweet potato and banana mixture until creamy.
  10. Grate the zest of 1 lime over the top of the mixture.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

124g

Fat

42g

Carbs

39g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Yams Sweet Potatoes Side Dishes Potatoes Vegetables