Steamed Purple Sweet Potatoes

Quick and easy steamed purple sweet potatoes are the perfect side for healthy eating. Tender, naturally sweet, and ready in just 10 minutes — great for meal prep, sides, salads, or snacking.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 97.5 kcal

Ingredients

1 pound purple sweet potatoes
water

Instructions

Peel the sweet potatoes, slice off the tips and slice into 1-inch thick rounds.
Add 1–2 inches of water to a big pot and place in a collapsible steamer basket. Bring water to a boil.
Add potatoes, cover the pot with a tight fitting lid. If you don't have a lid, use a small sheet pan.
Steam for about 10 minutes, until fork tender.
Remove and serve warm.

Notes

Ideas for Toppings

Roasted garlic
Homemade tzatziki sauce
Sour cream cilantro sauce
Sauteed mushrooms
Melted butter with flaky sea salt and pepper
Extra virgin olive oil with salt and freshly ground black pepper
A drizzle of honey and fresh herbs
Greek yogurt & chopped nuts
Crumbled feta & fresh parsley or basil

Storage and Reheating

Cool the steamed purple sweet potatoes completely before storing. Keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To reheat, warm in a hot skillet with some oil or butter over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes. You can also place it back in a steamer for about 3 minutes until it is heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 97.5kcalCarbohydrates: 22.8gProtein: 1.8gTotal Fat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 62.4mgPotassium: 382.2mgFiber: 3.4gSugar: 4.7gNet Carbohydrates: 19.4g

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