Our maple cinnamon sweet potatoes make for a simple, fuss-free vegetarian side dish everyone will rave about. If you haven’t tried the combo of cinnamon and sweet potatoes yet, this side dish is a must-make! Easy, caramelized goodness, and so full of flavor! Sweet potato cubes are tossed in maple, spices, and cinnamon before sautéing them with shallots until tender. This sweet and savory side dish is perfect for any occasion, but you bet it will be a success on your Thanksgiving table. Enjoy!
Ingredients list for the maple cinnamon sweet potatoes
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped
Why you’ll love this sweet potato recipe
- It’s crazy simple: two main ingredients, a handful of spices, and a skillet. That’s all!
- The sweet potato recipe is super versatile: add in pecans, craisins, thyme, bacon… tweak it to your liking!
This recipe is more on the sweeter side. If you’re looking for something more savory, try our popular Roasted Sweet Potatoes with garlic and Parmesan.
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Photo credit: © Eatwell101.com
Directions
How to make the cinnamon sweet potatoes:
1. Combine sweet potato cubes in a large mixing bowl with olive oil, maple syrup (or honey), cinnamon, paprika, and cumin.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and saute the shallot until fragrant – 1 minute.
3. Add the sweet potato cubes and saute for 10 – 12 minutes, until cooked through, stirring regularly.
4. Adjust seasoning with kosher salt, and sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
5. Transfer the cinnamon sweet potatoes to a serving dish and serve immediately or keep warm until serving. Enjoy!
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How to keep the sweet potato leftovers
You can keep sweet potato leftovers in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave with a few drops of water.
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Maple Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes
These sautéed sweet potato cubes are a perfect vegetarian side dish for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or even Holidays!
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Combine sweet potato cubes in a large mixing bowl with olive oil, maple syrup (or honey), cinnamon, paprika, and cumin.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and saute the shallot until fragrant - 1 minute.
- Add the sweet potato cubes and saute for 10 - 12 minutes, until cooked through, stirring regularly.
- Adjust seasoning with kosher salt, and sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
- Transfer the cinnamon sweet potatoes to a serving dish and serve immediately or keep warm until serving. Enjoy!
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