Savory Smashed Sweet Potatoes
"Deliciously Smashed Sweet Potatoes, infused with the flavors of thyme, onion powder, and garlic powder, are roasted until tender, then gently smashed and topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan for a delightful combination of savory and sweet in this perfect side dish."
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Ingredients
- Olive oil spray
- Freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Nonfat Greek yogurt for serving
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 long
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- 1
Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil and set your oven temperature to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
Rinse and pat dry the sweet potatoes, then slice them into rounds approximately ¾-inch thick.
- 3
In a sizable mixing bowl, blend melted butter with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Add the sweet potato slices and toss them until they are thoroughly coated.
- 4
Arrange the sweet potato slices in a single layer on the oiled baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 25 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Once done, take them out and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- 5
Move the oven rack to the second position from the top and switch your oven to the high broil setting.
- 6
Using a fork, carefully press down on each slice to smash them gently.
- 7
Lightly mist the smashed potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle Parmesan cheese over each slice. Then, place them back on the upper middle rack of the oven.
- 8
Broil for 3 to 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the edges become crispy.
- 9
Finish with a sprinkle of thyme and a small spoonful of yogurt, if desired.