Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Walnuts
Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Walnuts is a cozy, flavorful side dish featuring caramelized sweet potatoes, toasted walnuts, and a touch of thyme. Naturally gluten-free, vegetarian, and easy to make, it’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting, Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, maple syrup, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in chopped walnuts.
- Spread mixture evenly on the baking sheet. Roast 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until caramelized and fork-tender.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm, autumn flavor.
- Drizzle with melted butter for extra richness.
- Add cayenne or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Pecans can be substituted for walnuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
