Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato and Pepper Hash
A hearty breakfast hash with caramelized sweet potatoes and bell peppers, perfect for post-Whole30 energy restoration. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 40 minutes pairs sweet potato, red bell pepper, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 215 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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 (about 1 lb) sweet potato
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1/2 medium yellow onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes, then toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Step 2: Slice bell pepper into thin strips and finely chop onion. Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, add onion and bell pepper, and sauté for 4 minutes until softened and edges start browning.
- Step 3: Add sweet potato cubes to the skillet, spreading in an even layer. Scatter garlic cloves over the top and bake for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until potatoes are tender and edges are crisp.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato and Pepper Hash take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato and Pepper Hash?
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 potato from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato and Pepper Hash?
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 Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato and Pepper Hash 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 Sheet-Pan Sweet Potato and Pepper Hash?
American whole30 like this pair well with a compliant starch (roasted sweet potato, cauliflower rice, or plantains), a crisp salad dressed with olive oil and lemon, and sliced fruit. Skip grains, legumes, dairy and added sugar — none of them are Whole30-compliant. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
A game-changer for my Whole30 meals. So satisfying!
- ★★★★★
This was so easy and delicious! My whole family loved it.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The sweet potatoes got just right.







