Aperol-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Thyme

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Sweet potatoes caramelized with Aperol's citrus notes, roasted until tender with a hint of herbal complexity. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 55 minutes pairs medium sweet potatoes, olive oil, Aperol for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel 2 medium sweet potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch wedges.
  2. Step 2: Toss sweet potato wedges with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Roast on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway, until edges are slightly crisp.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle 3 tbsp Aperol over the roasted sweet potatoes, toss to coat, and return to oven for 10 minutes until edges are caramelized and glaze is bubbly.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Aperol-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Thyme take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 Aperol-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Thyme?

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 medium sweet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Aperol-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Thyme?

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 Aperol-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Thyme 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 Aperol-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Thyme?

American vegetarian 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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