Maple-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Crispy Sage

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Sweet potatoes roasted until caramelized, glazed with maple syrup, and finished with crispy sage leaves for a sweet-savory side dish that elevates any meal. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 6, 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: 35 min Serves 6 American cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and cut 2 lbs sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes, then flip potatoes. Whisk 2 tbsp maple syrup with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, then drizzle over potatoes. Return to oven and roast for 15-18 minutes more until deeply golden and caramelized at edges.
  3. Step 3: While potatoes roast, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves and cook for 2-3 minutes until crisp and fragrant, shaking pan occasionally. Remove sage immediately to avoid burning.
  4. Step 4: Transfer roasted potatoes to a serving dish, sprinkle with crispy sage, and serve warm.

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