Sweet Potato & Green Bean Tray Bake
If you’re searching for a vibrant and nutritious dish to elevate your dinner experience, the Sweet Potato & Green Bean Tray Bake is your answer! This easy roasted vegetable recipe combines the earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with crisp green beans, creating a colorful medley that delights both the eyes and palate. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this tray bake is not only simple to prepare but also packed with essential nutrients. Impress your family and friends with this wholesome side that can also stand alone as a light meal. Give it a try, and it may just become your new favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz. sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 12 oz. fresh green beans (trimmed and cut in half)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (or 2 garlic cloves)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then trim the green beans and cut them in half.
- In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes and green beans. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Spread the vegetables evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for about 20 minutes or until fork-tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg