Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Wedges with Smoked Paprika

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

Golden sweet potato wedges roasted with smoky paprika and garlic powder for a flavorful side dish. This American quick recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, and smoked paprika 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 large (about 1.5 lbs) sweet potatoes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and peel 2 large sweet potatoes, then cut into 1/2-inch thick wedges.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato wedges with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
3. Step 3: Arrange the wedges in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are not crowded.
4. Step 4: Bake for 25 minutes, then flip the wedges and bake another 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.