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by Dana Sandonato//January 31, 2017 (updated January 31, 2024)

These Chili + Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Lime Juice are sweet, savory, and the perfect side dish or post-workout snack.

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A Perfectly Balanced Snack or Side

Not only are these roasted sweet potatoes a fantastic side dish, but they also lend themselves as fuel for anyone who likes to get out for some afternoon cardio.

Sweet potatoes offer up a good balance of protein, carbs, fiber, and micronutrients. Sure they’re a complex carb, but they’re easier on your stomach than a lot of other options out there.

This recipe amps things up with a sprinkle of chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne, along with a smear of honey and a refreshing squeeze of lime juice.

Not only are the flavors a hit, but the feeling of nourishing your bod with something so hearty and healthful is incredibly satisfying.

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Ingredients

Sweet Potato
Avocado or olive oil
Raw or organic liquid honey
Chili powder
Paprika—sweet or smoked add a nice touch
Cayenne pepper
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
Lime
Scallions
Fresh parsley

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How to Roast Sweet Potatoes With Honey and Lime

Preheat the oven to 400º F.
Cut your sweet potato in half lengthwise and brush each half, including the skin, with olive or avocado oil.
Season the entire sweet potato halves with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
With a sharp knife, score the top (interior) halves, and season with chili powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper if you’re using it.
Pop the potatoes into the oven and bake them for about 30 minutes.
When done, remove them from the oven and allow them to sit and cool for a few minutes.
Before serving, brush with honey, spritz them with fresh lime juice, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s a nutrient-rich source of carbs, which makes it a great post-workout snack since
This recipe requires very few ingredients, most of them being pantry staples
It’s a healthy option
It’s super easy to prepare
You can adapt it to your preference! Play with the seasoning, and even swap honey for maple syrup!

Just How Healthy Are Sweet Potatoes?

Sweet potatoes help stabilize blood sugar! They’re higher in fiber than white potatoes, which provides more stability for blood glucose.
They support eye health. You’ve heard this about carrots, I’m sure. But sweet potatoes boast enough vitamin A to benefit overall eye health as well.
It’s possible that they reduce systemic inflammation. Beta-carotene is an antioxidant which cleanses the body’s cells of pro-inflammatory free radicals.
They aid in digestion, thanks to their soluble fiber.
They’re perfect for a heart-healthy diet!
Longevity. A hefty punch of beta-carotene is correlated with lower risk of death from any health cause, and sweet potatoes are full of that good stuff.
They keep you fuller for longer, which can help prevent mindless and unhealthy snacking.

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