Turmeric-Roasted Sweet Potato Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-17 · Updated 2026-04-17

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Golden rice infused with turmeric and roasted sweet potatoes, offering earthy sweetness and a radiant color reminiscent of sunlight. This Asian-inspired quick recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs jasmine rice, coconut oil, sweet potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups jasmine rice
2 tbsp coconut oil
2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
1 tbsp ground turmeric
3 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup, chopped cilantro
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 cups diced sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp coconut oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp ground turmeric. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
Step 2: Rinse 2 cups jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium pot, combine rinsed rice, 3 cups vegetable broth, and 1 tbsp coconut oil. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
Step 4: Fluff rice with a fork, then stir in roasted sweet potatoes and 1/2 cup chopped cilantro. Season with additional salt if needed.