Here is a simple purple sweet potato recipe in the oven. Baked to fork tender with olive oil and seasonings, this healthy side dish is flavorful and pretty too. Letโs go over step by step instructions on How Long to Bake Sweet Potato Cubes.
Different color vegetables are just fun, and if you love purple everything this is for you! Especially if you have kids at home and trying to eat more veggies with dinner this is something you should try. Simple to bake and season, rich in nutrients too. (affiliate links present)
Roasted Purple Sweet Potatoes
Roasted potatoes are great. You can spread them on a sheet pan and slide them in with your main dish so they bake at the same time. With a crispy exterior and tender middle you get both desired textures all in one. Drizzled with olive oil or balsamic vinegar adds even more flavor!
Do long do you cook purple sweet potato?
We first shared How Long to Bake a Sweet Potato whole (at 45 minutes) which of course takes much longer but great if you want to stuff them. Diced as you see here is faster (at 20 minutes) and they become crispier too. Either way you choose they take the same timing as the orange variety!
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium purple sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- Cumin and turmeric
- We like a bit of chili powder
- Salt or other seasonings
- Olive oil to keep them moist
Equipment Needed
You are going to need a vegetable peeler first off, those arenโt pleasant to eat. A sharp knife and cutting board are necessary to cube into bite-size pieces. Then you will want a bowl to toss with a bit of oil and seasonings. Last but not least a baking sheet to cook them in the oven until fork tender.
Variations and Substitutions
Seasonings are of course up to you so use your favorites. You will want to coat the outsides with oil, olive is typical but avocado oil is my second favorite choice with good fats. When done I like to drizzle on a bit more wow with more oil to moisten or balsamic vinegar is even better!!
Frequently Asked Questions
This color has a mildly sweet, slightly nutty flavor with a dense and creamy texture. They are less sugary than orange sweet potatoes, with some varieties having subtle hints of vanilla, chestnut, or even floral taste. Their texture is often drier and starchier, making them great for roasting, mashing, or baking.
If you donโt see them at your local grocery store, look at the Farmers Market or organic store. They are less common than the orange variety but worth looking for and tasting because they are quite delicious with a bit of olive oil and sea salt.
The deep purple color comes from powerful antioxidants also found in blueberries and red cabbage. These can help reduce inflammation, support brain health, and may lower the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer.
You can but it isnโt recommended. Raw sweet potatoes donโt freeze well because their high water content can make them mushy after thawing. If you must freeze them raw, peel and cut them into pieces, then blanch them first for best results.
How to Cook Purple Sweet Potatoes in the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Line a baking tray with foil for easy cleanup and set aside.
- Peel and cube potatoes into about 1-2โ in size.
- Place in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle with seasonings such as; cumin, turmeric, chili powder and salt.
- Drizzle on olive oil and stir to coat each piece of potato evenly.
- Spread on a baking pan and place in the oven
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, turning them at the halfway point to ensure even cooking. (test at min. 20 to see if fork tender, smaller will take less time)
- Remove, drizzle with balsamic or a bit more oil.
You may want to season with salt and pepper when done but typically they are great as is as far as seasonings are concerned. Testing for โdonenessโ is easy, just use a fork and if it slides in easily with a golden brown color outside you are good to go!
Serving Suggestions
If you want to serve a really fun meal you could make sauteed red cabbage to go with this!! Talk about a meal you can talk about the next day, is vegetarian and savory delish. For a meat duo I would go with something that can be baked at the same temperature and similar cook time.
For that I usually will go with our Bisquick Oven Fried Chicken that can be placed on the top rack with these below. Goes great together and the kids love both of them for dinner.
How to save leftovers
As with every other food you need to allow them to cool completely first. Transfer into a Tupperware container with a sealed lid. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days and then reheat on a plate in a single layer with a bit more oil drizzled on top to moisten up. You can also heat Roasted Potatoes in Air Fryer for about 2 minutes to crisp back up!
Purple Sweet Potato Recipe
Equipment
- 1 sheet pan
- 1 Bowl
- 1 cutting board and knife
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium purple sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp olive oil, + more when serving if desired
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking tray with foil for easy cleanup and set aside.
- Peel and cube the purple sweet potatoes into equal sized pieces, about 1-2โ in size. Place the cubed potatoes in a large bowl. Sprinkle with the cumin, turmeric, chili powder and salt. Drizzle on the olive oil and stir to coat each piece of potato evenly.
- Spread the potatoes in an even layer on the baking tray and place in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, turning them at the halfway point to ensure even cooking. (test at min. 20 to see if fork tender, smaller will take less time)
- Remove, drizzle with a bit more olive oil, garnish with fresh chopped parsley and flaked sea salt.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
