Asparagus Sweet Potato Skillet
Asparagus Sweet Potato Skillet is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines tender roasted sweet potatoes with fresh asparagus, enhanced by the flavors of garlic and a splash of lemon. This easy-to-make skillet recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend brunches. Serve it as a hearty vegetarian main or pair it with your favorite protein for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Vegetarian
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 cups, cubed)
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (approximately 1 lb, trimmed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, toss cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast for 20 minutes until golden brown and fork-tender, flipping halfway through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the asparagus by trimming the ends. After the sweet potatoes have roasted for 20 minutes, add asparagus on top, drizzle with remaining olive oil, and sprinkle minced garlic over everything.
- Roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until asparagus is tender but still bright green.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg