Sweet potatoes with cinnamon

Sweet potatoes with cinnamon

Ingredients

  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ cup Italian parsley, finely chopped

How to prepare

  1. Seasoning preparation: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced sweet potatoes with the olive oil, maple syrup (or honey), cinnamon, smoked paprika and cumin.

  2. Aromatics base: Warm a frying pan with a little olive oil. Add the thinly sliced shallot and sauté for about one minute, until fragrant.

  3. Cooking the potatoes: Add the seasoned sweet potatoes to the pan. Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are completely tender.

  4. Final touches: Check and adjust the seasoning with kosher salt, then sprinkle over the freshly chopped parsley.

  5. Presentation: Serve the flavourful sweet potatoes immediately or transfer them to another dish to keep warm.


About the author

Tonia Kaparelioti
Nutritionist & Wellness Coach

Tonia graduated in Economics from the University of Athens and began her career in Consumer Engagement. Having always been passionate about health and well-being, she eventually decided to follow her true calling and pursued a Nutrition degree at the University of Greenwich in London, supplementing her knowledge with certifications in NLP and NLP Wellbeing Coaching through INLPTA.

This combination of scientific training and mindset-focused tools enables her to take a holistic approach to health, supporting sustainable behavior change and long-term wellness. 

Today, Tonya is the founder of Believe in Yourself, where she guides individuals toward healthier habits and lifestyle through tailored nutrition and coaching programs. 

Tonia graduated in Economics from the University of Athens and began her career in Consumer Engagement. Having always been passionate about health and well-being, she eventually decided to follow her true calling and pursued a Nutrition degree at the University of Greenwich in London, supplementing her knowledge with certifications in NLP and NLP Wellbeing Coaching through INLPTA.

This combination of scientific training and mindset-focused tools enables her to take a holistic approach to health, supporting sustainable behavior change and long-term wellness. 

Today, Tonya is the founder of Believe in Yourself, where she guides individuals toward healthier habits and lifestyle through tailored nutrition and coaching programs. 

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Recipe details

Serves
4
Total time
30 Minutes
Course
Lunch, Dinner, Side
Difficulty
Easy

Nutrition facts

Per Serving:
  • 137 calories
  • fat 7,83g
  • carbohydrates 16.43g
  • fibre 3,22g
  • protein 1,56g
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