Best 7 Baked Sweet Potatoes With Scallions And Cilantro Recipes

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**Baked Sweet Potatoes with Scallions and Cilantro: A Flavorful and Nutritious Side Dish**

Baked sweet potatoes are a classic dish that can be enjoyed as a side or main course. They are simple to prepare and can be roasted or baked in the oven until tender. This recipe adds a flavorful twist to the classic dish by incorporating scallions and cilantro. The scallions add a mild oniony flavor, while the cilantro adds a fresh, citrusy note. The combination of these ingredients creates a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This recipe also includes instructions for making a variety of dipping sauces, such as a spicy Sriracha mayo, a creamy avocado salsa, and a tangy Greek yogurt sauce. With so many options to choose from, there is sure to be a dipping sauce that everyone will enjoy.

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LIME CILANTRO SWEET POTATOES



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Categories     Side     Roast     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lime     Sweet Potato/Yam     Cilantro     Gourmet     Vegan     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in lower third of oven and preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Toss sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a shallow baking pan. Arrange potatoes in 1 layer and roast, stirring halfway through roasting, until tender, about 25 minutes total. Stir together cayenne, zest, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Whisk together lime juice and remaining tablespoon oil in a medium bowl, then add potatoes. Sprinkle with cayenne mixture and cilantro, stirring gently to combine.

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES WITH SWEET MISO-SCALLION BUTTER



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Sweet potatoes are roasted in the oven, then smeared with a sweet and savory miso butter.

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
2 sweet potatoes, halved lengthwise
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons coconut oil
¼ cup diced sweet onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon white (shiro) miso
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 scallion, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Brush cut sides of sweet potatoes with olive oil. Lay cut side-down onto the baking sheet. Brush skins with olive oil.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare miso-scallion butter. Warm coconut oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and ginger and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and add miso, pressing miso against the saucepan with the back of a spoon to soften. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, and scallion.
  • Heat over low, stirring constantly, until sugar is completely melted and mixture is warmed through, about 3 minutes. Do not boil.
  • Remove sweet potatoes from the oven and flip over. Cut a slit into the sweet potato flesh and spoon miso butter over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 424.2 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

MASHED JALAPENO-CILANTRO SWEET POTATOES



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This is an original recipe, inspired by the Jalapeno Sweet Potato Soup at Homestead Heritage in Waco, Texas.

Provided by Terri Harnish

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 sweet potatoes
1 whole jalapeno pepper
¼ cup softened butter
¼ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons melted butter
¼ cup walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven until tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Once tender, peel, and place into a mixing bowl. While the potatoes are baking, place the jalapeno pepper in the oven, and bake until the skin loosens, about 20 minutes. Peel, mince, and place into the bowl with the potatoes. Add the softened butter, orange juice, and cilantro; mix with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then transfer to a 1 quart baking dish. Drizzle with the melted butter and sprinkle with the walnut pieces.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot in the center, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 45.8 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 265.7 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

SCALLION SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Combine 1 1/2 pounds chopped peeled sweet potatoes, 1 bunch scallions (cut into 2-inch pieces), 6 crushed garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon fresh thyme in a bowl. Drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil, season with salt and pepper and toss. Place on a sheet of foil and fold up. Grill over low heat until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.

BAKED SWEET POTATOES



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Making baked sweet potatoes is an easy, healthy way to add some nutrients to any meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 large sweet potatoes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees with rack in center position.
  • Scrub and pat potatoes dry. Pierce potatoes all over with the tines of a fork and bake in oven, directly on rack, until soft and caramelizing, 1 1/2 hours.
  • Slash the tops of potatoes open with the tip of a sharp knife and push ends of each potato toward each other to open. Divide butter, salt, and pepper among potatoes and serve.

SWEET POTATOES WITH YOGURT AND CILANTRO-CHILE SAUCE



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In this luscious vegetable dish, velvety sweet potatoes get a spicy jolt from a chile-spiked cilantro sauce spooned on top. Greek yogurt adds a creamy element and a bit of protein if you're serving these as a vegetarian main course. As a side dish, they are satisfying yet not the least bit heavy, thanks to the bright flavors of the sauce. You can make the sauce up to 4 hours ahead. Any longer than that and it starts to lose its fresh, tart taste. It's also very good on roasted carrots.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1/2 tablespoon honey
Juice of 2 limes
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 1/4 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch wedges
1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves only (1/2 ounce)
2 green chiles, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, grated on a Microplane or minced
2 tablespoons sliced blanched almonds
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 cup Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup oil, the honey, juice from 1 lime, a large pinch of salt and pepper to taste, and toss with potato wedges. Spread in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet, bake until tender and lightly browned in spots, 45 to 55 minutes. Sprinkle with additional salt to taste.
  • Meanwhile, in a food processor, pulse to combine 1/3 cup oil, the cilantro, chiles, garlic, almonds, juice from remaining lime, vinegar and a large pinch of salt, until it forms a chunky purée. Taste and add more salt if needed.
  • Spoon the sauce over the potatoes, dollop with some yogurt, drizzle with oil, and serve with any remaining yogurt on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 414, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 670 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BAKED SWEET POTATOES



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Very healthy and tasty sweet potatoes that will be a great addition to any meal. Very easy!

Provided by JENNCOOK

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 large sweet potatoes
2 pinches dried oregano
2 pinches salt
2 pinches ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat the bottom of a glass or non-stick baking dish with olive oil, just enough to coat.
  • Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into medium size pieces. Place the cut sweet potatoes in the baking dish and turn them so that they are coated with the olive oil. Sprinkle moderately with oregano, and salt and pepper (to taste).
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 60 minutes or until soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.3 calories, Carbohydrate 61 g, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 92.4 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for medium-sized, firm sweet potatoes with smooth skin. Avoid any that are blemished or bruised.
  • Scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly: Use a vegetable brush to scrub the sweet potatoes under running water. This will remove any dirt or debris.
  • Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Bake the sweet potatoes until they are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the sweet potatoes, but they are generally done after about 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before handling: This will make them easier to handle and prevent them from breaking apart.
  • Top the sweet potatoes with your favorite toppings: Some popular choices include butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, marshmallows, or nuts.

Conclusion:

Baked sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they can be easily customized to suit your taste. Whether you like them plain or topped with your favorite ingredients, baked sweet potatoes are sure to be a hit at your next meal.

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