Sweet Potato Delight Recipe

Spice up your mornings or midday meals with this vibrant Sweet Potato Delight! Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe is a delicious and satisfying alternative to your usual breakfast or lunch routine. Sweet potatoes, bananas, and crunchy nuts create a delightful flavor combination that's both healthy and incredibly tasty. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a weekend brunch!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 451.9 kcal
Protein 18g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Potato Delight

  • 1/2 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts)
  • 1 ripe banana, sliced lengthwise
  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
  • Maple Syrup

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How to Make Sweet Potato Delight

  1. Preheat a large frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Add mixed nuts to the dry pan and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
  3. Push the toasted nuts to the side of the pan.
  4. Add olive oil (or coconut oil) to the pan.
  5. Add the sliced banana to the pan and cook for 1 minute per side, until lightly browned.
  6. Add the sweet potato slices to the pan, arranging them in a single layer.
  7. Cover the pan and cook for 2 minutes.
  8. Uncover the pan and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender and slightly browned on both sides, flipping halfway through.
  9. Drizzle with maple syrup or honey before serving. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

85g

Fat

15g

Carbs

20g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Potato Delight?

Sweet Potato Delight takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Potato Delight?

Sweet Potato Delight has approximately 451.9 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Potato Delight?

The key ingredients for Sweet Potato Delight are Nuts, Banana, Sweet Potato, Oil, Maple Syrup. See the full list with measurements above.

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