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    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries

    Published: Nov 2, 2018 · Modified: Oct 19, 2022 by Modern Honey · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle and tossed with dried cranberries and pecans. The perfect Fall side dish recipe! These roasted sweet potatoes make a beautiful Thanksgiving side dish. 

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries An easy, healthy side dish made with cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and sweet and tart dried cranberries. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #sweetpotatoes #sweetpotatoespecan #roastedsweetpotatoes

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries

    This is such an easy, healthy side dish made with cinnamon-roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and sweet, tart dried cranberries.

    Bring on the holidays! This is the time of year when almost everything revolves around food. I will be sharing some indulgent and decadent recipes for the upcoming holidays, but also some good-for-you recipes that will help keep things balanced!

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries An easy, healthy side dish made with cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and sweet and tart dried cranberries. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #sweetpotatoes #sweetpotatoespecan #roastedsweetpotatoes

    Thanksgiving is known for its turkey and calorie-laden sides, such as green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, brown sugar candied pecan sweet potatoes, and decadent pies. However, I wanted to lighten things up with a healthier option.

    These Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a no-sugar-added, gluten-free, dairy-free alternative to the over-the-top side dishes.

    These Roasted Sweet Potatoes are made with simple ingredients -- sweet potatoes, a drizzle of olive oil, real maple syrup, toasted pecans, cinnamon, and dried cranberries. My favorite way to eat vegetables is to roast them. It brings out their natural flavors and makes vegetables taste that much better.

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries An easy, healthy side dish made with cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and sweet and tart dried cranberries. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #sweetpotatoes #sweetpotatoespecan #roastedsweetpotatoes

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cranberries and Pecans Ingredients:

    • Sweet Potatoes
    • Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
    • Cinnamon
    • Real Maple Syrup
    • Pecans
    • Dried Cranberries
    • Salt

    I suggest using 100% real maple syrup because it gives this rich, warm flavor without the added sugars.

    Most sweet potato side dish recipes call for a hefty dose of butter and brown sugar. This recipe calls for 100% real maple syrup, which comes straight from the source. It brings out the warmth of the sweet potatoes and tastes just like Fall food should taste.

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle and tossed with dried cranberries and pecans. The perfect Fall side dish recipe! These roasted sweet potatoes make a beautiful Thanksgiving side dish. 

    Growing up, my Mom's oven was always loaded to the brim with the turkey and side dishes. She always had to borrow some oven space from a neighbor in order to cook all the essential Thanksgiving sides. I watched in awe as she scrambled around the kitchen, preparing the feast.

    I had to figure out a better way! I found that I could roast these cinnamon sweet potatoes on an indoor grill -- the De'Longhi Livenza Compact All-Day Grill.  I can roast my sweet potatoes on this grill in less time than in the oven and it isn't heating up my kitchen. I was shocked how fast my sweet potatoes cooked on the grill and they tasted amazing!

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries An easy, healthy side dish made with cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and sweet and tart dried cranberries. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #sweetpotatoes #sweetpotatoespecan #roastedsweetpotatoes

    How to Roast Sweet Potatoes in the Oven:

    1. Heat oven to 400 degrees.
    2. Cut the sweet potatoes into bite-size pieces.
    3. Place on light-colored baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
    4. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through baking time.
    5. Several minutes before the sweet potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and sprinkle them with cinnamon, and drizzle on maple syrup.
    6. Remove from the oven and toss with pecans and cranberries.

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries An easy, healthy side dish made with cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and sweet and tart dried cranberries. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #sweetpotatoes #sweetpotatoespecan #roastedsweetpotatoes

    This is a quick and easy healthier sweet potato side dish that everyone will love!

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    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries An easy, healthy side dish made with cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and sweet and tart dried cranberries. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #sweetpotatoes #sweetpotatoespecan #roastedsweetpotatoes

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries An easy, healthy side dish made with cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and sweet and tart dried cranberries. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #sweetpotatoes #sweetpotatoespecan #roastedsweetpotatoes

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pecans and Cranberries

    A healthy no-sugar-added sweet potatoes side dish with toasted pecans and cranberries. 
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 317 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 Sweet Potatoes (peeled and chopped into bite-size pieces)
    • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
    • ¼ cup 100% Real Maple Syrup (drizzle on more when serving)
    • 1 cup Pecan Halves (may toast for 2-3 minutes ahead of time)
    • ½ cup Dried Cranberries (to keep it sugar-free, look for sugar-free dried cranberries)
    • 1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste)
    • Vanilla Bean (optional to add for flavor)

    Instructions
     

    To Roast in Oven:

    • Set oven to 400 degrees. Lightly spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.  Spread out sweet potatoes on baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil all over sweet potatoes. Sprinkle with cinnamon and salt. Toss all together.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until tender. With 2 minutes remaining in baking time, toss pecans, cranberries, and maple syrup with the sweet potatoes. When ready to serve, drizzle with more maple syrup. 

    To make on an indoor grill:

    • Heat grill for 5 minutes. Place sweet potatoes in a bowl and drizzle olive oil all over sweet potatoes. Sprinkle with cinnamon and salt. Toss all together. Spread out sweet potatoes on the grill (may need to cook only half at a time). Close grill and cook for 10 minutes, flipping every few minutes, until fork tender.
    • Toss with pecans, cranberries, and maple syrup. When ready to serve, drizzle with more maple syrup. 

    Notes

    **If you want to toast the pecans ahead of time, place on the grill or baking sheet and cook for 2-3 minutes until toasted.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 471mgPotassium: 582mgFiber: 7gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 21385IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 1mg
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    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon Maple Drizzle and tossed with dried cranberries and pecans. The perfect Fall side dish recipe! These roasted sweet potatoes make a beautiful Thanksgiving side dish. 

    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of De'Longhi. The opinions and text are all mine.

     

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    Comments

    1. Carol

      November 02, 2018 at 7:36 am

      5 stars
      Hi~
      Could I use fresh cranberries?
      Best, Carol

      Reply
      • Modern Honey

        November 02, 2018 at 8:55 am

        Absolutely! It would be delicious. You can even cut the cranberries in half or keep them whole. Great idea!

        Reply
    2. Carol

      November 02, 2018 at 8:51 am

      5 stars
      Hi~
      I have another question. How much vanilla extract can use instead of vanilla bean?
      Thanks!
      Carol

      Reply
      • Modern Honey

        November 02, 2018 at 8:54 am

        Hi Carol! Great question! I would suggest 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Drizzle it on after baking to make sure you have the optimal flavor and it doesn't burn off. Toss it with the sweet potatoes. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Carol

      November 02, 2018 at 10:15 am

      5 stars
      Hi~
      Sorry be annoying, but about how many pounds of sweet potatoes are needed for this delicious sounding recipe? I want to make them this weekend.
      Carol

      Reply
    4. Laurie

      November 18, 2018 at 7:04 pm

      Hw do you use vanilla bean in this recipe? Mentioned in ingredients list, then never again...

      Reply
      • Modern Honey

        November 19, 2018 at 3:09 pm

        Hi Laurie! You are right...I will add the specifics. I scrape an entire vanilla bean right before serving and toss it with the sweet potatoes. I hope that helps!

        Reply
        • Laurie Kaye

          November 19, 2018 at 3:23 pm

          Sounds delish, thanx - will debut this dish on T-Day!

          Reply
      • Ximena

        November 17, 2022 at 5:13 pm

        Do you peel the potatoes?

        Reply
    5. Luann

      December 30, 2019 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      Thank you! for this great recipe!
      This is what I wrote when sharing your recipe to Facebook:

      This dish has been a hit everywhere! (It’s my latest go-to for dish-to-share events because my spouse doesn’t like sweet potatoes & I love them).
      This is NOT your usual sweet potato casserole! It’s not sweet, moist*, or a casserole. It’s 3 perfectly complimentary ingredients mixed together.
      Everyone has asked what’s in it; and all have been surprised it’s sweet potatoes. Those who don’t care for sweet potatoes have been surprised that they like it.
      * Because I had sweetened cranberries & (did the math &) I scaled the maple syrup back to 2.5 tsp. I’ve also used a mix of orange & purple sweet potatoes for added contrast

      Reply
    6. Curtis

      March 23, 2022 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      This was a hit at our Friendsgiving. Great recipe!

      Reply
    7. JANET ANN D

      November 08, 2022 at 4:35 pm

      5 stars
      I can't say enough good about this dish! It is not only beautiful to look at, but it is DELICIOUS. Everyone commented on it and even those who SAID they don't like sweet potatoes, loved it.

      Reply
    8. Katia

      December 02, 2022 at 11:55 am

      Exactly what I was looking for!!! Definitely adding this to my recipe roster. Amazing flavor, zero fuss, nutritious ingredients. I highly recommend making this recipe.

      Reply
    9. Katia

      December 02, 2022 at 11:56 am

      5 stars
      I commented but forgot to rate! here are my 5 stars.

      Reply

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