Soooo, these sweet potatoes are out of control delicious. Let me break it down.
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Large wedges of orange sweet potato are tossed in olive oil, honey and smoked paprika, then roasted until caramelized at the edges and creamy inside. Size does matter here, because it allows you to achieve that contrast in texture with each wedge. The sweet potatoes are then finished with sliced green onions, cilantro leaves and a drizzle of tart lime yogurt. Each bite is just packed with bold flavors and varied textures, making this what I like to call a “sexy side dish.”
Often, I’ll pair sides like these with a piece of roasted chicken or seared steak and a simple salad. The sweet potatoes are the main attraction on the plate, and the others are just supporting characters. When you’ve got vegetables that taste this good, you let them shine.
I should mention too that this is a suuuuuper easy recipe. The sweet potatoes are roasted with a few pantry staples, and all the toppings can be prepped while the potatoes cook. They’re also really good with just a fried egg on top 🙂 Continue reading for the recipe.
This recipe is inspired by one found in Gjelina: Cooking from Venice, California, my latest cookbook obsession. Here’s what I’ve made so far:
- Tomato Confit
- Vegetable Stock
- Chicken and Escarole Soup
- Ricotta Gnocchi (ah-maaaaazing)
- Pomodoro Sauce
Everything has been SO delicious, and I find myself really connecting with the cooking-style of the book. There’s a big focus on building block items in the beginning like sauces, condiments and pickles. I love having items like these in my fridge and pantry, because they can easily amp up weeknight meals with minimal effort. Seasonal produce also plays a big part in the Gjelina cookbook, and there are entire sections dedicated to pizza and pasta (two of my favs). Some of the recipes are quite challenging, but others, like this one, are easy. It’s a good mix, and I can’t wait to try more recipes 🙂
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey, Smoked Paprika and Lime Yogurt
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 3 pounds) orange sweet potatoes (also known as yams)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided (2 for the potatoes, 1 for the yogurt)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 green onions, ends trimmed and sliced on the bias
- Cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise, then cut each half in half widthwise. Cut each quarter into four long wedges, so you'll have a total of 32 wedges. Add wedges to a large bowl and toss with honey, 2 tablespoons olive oil and smoked paprika. Season well with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes, tossing twice throughout.
- Preheat and oven to 425°F. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a rimmed baking sheet, and roast until they are tender and caramelized around the edges (35 - 45 minutes), tossing occasionally. You'll know they're done when a knife easily pierces the thickest part of one of the wedges.
- While the potatoes are cooking, whisk together yogurt, lime juice and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season to taste with kosher salt and black pepper.
- To serve, transfer potatoes to a large platter, and drizzle with lime yogurt (you won't use all of it). Finish with a scattering of sliced green onions and cilantro leaves.
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Tessa | Salted Plains says
I am totally smitten with the flavors here, not to mention how gorgeous your photos are!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Tessa!!
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
Roasted sweet potatoes are always great and I agree, size does matter so you achieve the perfect texture.
And I always have plenty of TJ’s smoked paprika on hand. It’s my go-to! I love it on popcorn too 🙂
Brandon Matzek says
Great tip!! I’ll have to try smoked paprika out on my next round of flavored popcorn 🙂
Christine | Vermilion Roots says
I’m all about sweet potatoes now. Been trying the different kinds: red, white, Japanese, purple. I am still confused about yams though. In Southeast Asia, yam is a completely different vegetable. A simple roast like this recipe is my favorite way of enjoying sweet potatoes.
Brandon Matzek says
Japanese sweet potatoes are wonderful!! And the color on the purple ones is just incredible. In America, most yams sold at grocery stores are actually sweet potatoes. Here’s a good resource that clarifies the differences: http://www.thekitchn.com/whats-the-difference-between-yams-and-sweet-potatoes-word-of-mouth-211176
Sherri @ Watch Learn Eat says
These roasted sweet potatoes look absolutely amazing!! Love the flavors going on here! And the yogurt dip sounds like a perfect complement to the dish! 🙂
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Sherri!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says
I love smoked paprika and using them on sweet potatoes is a great idea. This dish sounds wonderful.
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Gloria! The smokiness really works well with the sweetness of the potatoes and honey.
Platter Talk says
There is so much good stuff going on in this post! Aside from the (obvious) use of sweet potatoes for the main act, your reference to building blocks is so well taken and truly can’t be overstated. Your finished dish here is brilliantly beautiful and so delicious looking; great job!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks so much Dan!! Yeah, I recently made a number of building blocks this weekend, including some salad dressings, pickles and marinated tofu. Now I can easily whip up a number of tasty meals throughout the week!
Renee@Renee's Kitchen Adventures says
What a great healthy recipe! Bookmarking this one.
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Renee!!
Dana says
H’oookay – I need to eat this, like, right now. I was getting real tired of the run of the mill sweet potato recipes out there – but I love sweet potatoes. Such a predicament! Not anymore, though. Making this! And not just saying it for the sake of the comment.
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Dana! Let me know how you like them. I make sweet potatoes all the time, so I’m always looking for new flavor combinations 🙂
Shihoko says
The flavour you add to sweetpotato might compromise soggyness and not delicious sweet potatoes here in Australia. and also yogurt dip sounds fantastic:D
Brandon Matzek says
Honey and smoked paprika will add some big flavor. Thanks Shihoko!
Matt @ Plating Pixels says
I love roasted veggies and the add-ons look divine. Gorgeous photos too!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Matt! Also, I really appreciate the annoying ad heads-up. I was able to work with Sovrn to get that fixed.
Kari says
I love everything about this recipe; I’m adding it to my Super Bowl party menu!
Brandon Matzek says
Let me know how you like it!! Thanks Kari.
Christina | Christina's Cucina says
Seriously beautiful food! How can people eat canned vegetables?!!!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Christina!! I do like canned tomatoes and sometimes corn, but usually I cook fresh 🙂
Megan Keno says
I love the combination of flavors in this & I can think of so many different things I would love to pair this with!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Megan! Yeah it goes well with so much. I recently made them again with steak 🙂
Bethany @ Athletic Avocado says
WOW! This sweet potato is unreal and blows every other recipe out of the water! So much flavor and goodness going on right here!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks so much Rachel!!
fabiola@notjustbaked says
Winning combo of flavors, right up my alley! Smoked paprika and sweetpotatoes are a favorite in our home.
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Fabiola!
Steph @ Steph in Thyme says
This is such a dreamy, beautiful dish. Oh those flavors with honey, paprika, and lime yogurt. Incredible! I need to get my hands on that cookbook, it sounds so up my alley. Thanks for sharing!
Brandon Matzek says
It’s such a wonderful cookbook. I had a chance to eat at the restaurant recently, and it’s amaaaaaazing. Can’t wait to cook more recipes from the book. Thanks Steph!
Vicky @ Avocado Pesto says
These sound delicious! I love pairing smoked paprika and sweet potatoes together. Such a great match. and now heading over to check out thatr beet and turnip gratin : ))
Brandon Matzek says
Mmmm yes, so tasty! Thanks Vicky.
Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
Oh, Brandon! This is seriously gorgeous! So simple, so nutritious, and just loaded with great flavors! I adore roasting veggies (including sweet potatoes!) – it just brings out so much wonderful flavor. Even better drizzled with an easy yogurt sauce! Love this! Can’t wait to pin this to share!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Shelley :)!!
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
Such an exquisite flavor combination, I’ve really got to try this!
Brandon Matzek says
You do!! Thanks Kimberly.
Christiane ~ Taking On Magazines says
Crazy delicious and crazy gorgeous to boot! These are the kinds of sweet potatoes I can handle eating; not the ones that are covered in marshmallows and taste like candy.
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks!! I like sweet preparations as well, but only for Thanksgiving :P. These potatoes you can enjoy all the time.
Annie @ Annie's Noms says
These look divine!! I’m so obsessed with sweet potatoes, I really need to make this! I especially love paprika and lime with sweet potatoes, it really lifts them!
Brandon Matzek says
Agreed! A great balance to the natural sweetness.
sippitysup says
This is gorgeous. Gjelina has a cookbook? I’m going there for dinner tonight (rain be damned). GREG
Brandon Matzek says
They do!!! I’m loving it so far. By the way, Jorge and I just went to Gjelina over Valentine’s Day weekend. Incredible!!! I wish I lived closer, so I could go more often.
brigitte says
i also have been playing with recipes from the great “gjelina” cookbook but hadn’t tried the sweet potatoes because of the esplette, which is hard to come by and so expensive. just made it from your recipe modification with smoked paprika and i must say – brilliant substitution. loved it.
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks for sharing Brigitte! So glad you like the substitution. What recipes have you tried and loved from the cookbook?
Alaina @ A Not So Quiet Kitchen says
These look amazing!! We all love sweet potatoes in our house and love trying new recipes with them!! Smoked Paprika is so delicious, it adds such great flavor! 🙂
Mackenzie says
Made this for dinner and it was SO good!! We like a lot of flavor and are picky and this hit the spot. I substituted Greek yogurt for plain coconut yogurt and it turned out just fine. Great recipe!
Brandon Matzek says
Yay!! Thanks for sharing Mackenzie 🙂