Air Fryer Herb-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

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Crisp-tender sweet potato wedges roasted with thyme and garlic, finished with a light herb glaze. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe, ready in about 33 minutes, pairs Sweet potatoes, Olive oil, Dried thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 18 min Serves 4 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). In a medium bowl, toss 2 large peeled and cut sweet potato wedges (1.5 lbs) with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange sweet potato wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring no overlap. Air fry for 15 minutes at 400°F, shaking the basket gently after 8 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Continue cooking until wedges are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork, about 2-3 minutes more, then transfer to a serving plate.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Air Fryer Herb-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges take to make?

Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Air Fryer Herb-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sweet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Air Fryer Herb-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Air Fryer Herb-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Air Fryer Herb-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges?

American air fryer like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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