In just 1 hour, this sweet and delicious Giada Salt-Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe is ready to be savored. Featuring sweet potatoes, kosher salt, olive oil, black pepper, and fresh thyme, this dish brings a savory burst of flavor. Perfect as a side dish, it’s quick, simple, and oh-so-delicious.

Recipe Ingredients

• 3 cups kosher salt
• Leaves from 4 fresh rosemary sprigs
• Leaves from 6 fresh thyme sprigs
• 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled and gently smashed
• 4 small sweet potatoes, scrubbed
• 0.5 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Grated zest of 1 lemon

How To Make Giada Salt-Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Roast Sweet Potatoes

1. Prepare the Salt Bed: Nestle the potatoes in the salt, pressing the salt slightly up the sides of each potato.
2. Top with Salt and Roast: Top with the remaining cup of salt, covering the potatoes as completely as possible. Roast for about 1 hour or until a thin knife or skewer can be inserted with no resistance.

Finish with Yogurt and Lemon Zest

1. Prepare Potatoes for Serving: Remove the potatoes from the salt bed, brushing off any salt that may stick to the skin.
2. Add Toppings: Slice each potato open lengthwise, fluff the flesh with a fork, top with a dollop of seasoned yogurt, and sprinkle with lemon zest.

Recipe Tips

• Spice it Up: Add a pinch of smoked paprika or chipotle powder to give your sweet potatoes a smoky, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the salt crust.
• Size Matters: Use large or extra-large sweet potatoes to ensure they cook evenly and quickly, resulting in a tender, fluffy interior and a crispy, caramelized exterior.
• Herby Delight: Mix in some chopped fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or rosemary into the salt crust for added flavor and a pop of color that will make your dish stand out.
• Make it a Meal: Turn your salt-roasted sweet potatoes into a satisfying meal by topping them with crumbled bacon, diced chicken, or a fried egg for added protein and texture.
• Get Ahead: Prepare the salt crust mixture up to a week in advance and store it in an airtight container, making it easy to whip up a batch of sweet potatoes at a moment’s notice.

Recipe FAQs and Variations

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