Aperol-Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Thyme
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.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp Aperol
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel 2 medium sweet potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch wedges.
- Step 2: Toss sweet potato wedges with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Roast on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway, until edges are slightly crisp.
- 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.
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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.
What others are saying
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Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Very good for a 35-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
