Description
If you’re craving a delicious and healthy side dish, this Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes recipe is your answer! With a crispy exterior and tender interior, these sweet potatoes make a fantastic addition to any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe promises to impress family and friends alike. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a nutritious dish that’s packed with vitamins and fiber. The delightful combination of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika enhances the natural sweetness of the potatoes, ensuring every bite is full of flavor. Serve them as a side or toss them in salads for added texture—they’re versatile enough for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes.
- Cut into 1-inch cubes and place in a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and paprika; toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place sweet potato cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Check for tenderness after 15 minutes; cook an additional 2-3 minutes if needed.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 385mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg