Aim & Ignite Spiced Sweet Potato Hash

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

Crispy sweet potatoes meet fiery spices in this playful breakfast that's perfect for starting your day with a smile. This american-inspired breakfast (vegetarian) ready in about 37 minutes combines diced red bell pepper, finely chopped yellow onion, cayenne pepper into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium (about 12 oz total) sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup, diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped yellow onion
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes; toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp cayenne, and a pinch of salt. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. Step 2: Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until edges are golden and tender, flipping halfway through.
3. Step 3: While potatoes roast, heat 1 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
4. Step 4: Combine roasted potatoes, sautéed vegetables, maple syrup, and chopped cilantro. Cook for 2 more minutes until heated through and syrup glazes the mixture.