Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
3 unit

Sweet potatoes

cut into wedges

2 unit

Avocados

sliced into thick wedges

0.33 cup

Castelvetrano olives

0.5 cup

Parsley

0.25 cup

Mint

1 clove

Garlic

minced

1 unit

Lemon

juiced and zested

0.5 tbsp

Honey

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tsp

Red pepper flakes

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

Pepper

to taste

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Cut sweet potatoes into wedges.

Step 3
~4 min

Season sweet potato wedges with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, honey, and olive oil.

Step 4
~4 min

Place seasoned sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 5
~4 min

Roast for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until well browned.

Step 6
~4 min

Allow sweet potatoes to cool on the sheet pan.

Step 7
~4 min

Pit Castelvetrano olives if necessary.

Step 8
~4 min

Place olives on a cutting board with parsley, mint, minced garlic, and lemon zest.

Step 9
~4 min

Chop the mixture until it forms an almost-paste with some texture.

Step 10
~4 min

Transfer the olive salsa to a small bowl.

Step 11
~4 min

Stir in olive oil and lemon juice.

Step 12
~4 min

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 13
~4 min

Slice avocados into thick wedges.

Step 14
~4 min

Pile roasted sweet potatoes and avocado wedges on a plate.

Step 15
~4 min

Top with generous spoonfuls of olive salsa.

Step 16
~4 min

Serve and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the sweet potatoes until they are slightly caramelized for enhanced flavor.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.

For a vegan version, substitute maple syrup for honey.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sweet potatoes can be roasted ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch or side dish.

Pair with grilled chicken or fish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken breast
Pan-seared salmon
Quinoa salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Showcases fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Potluck
Summer
Fall

Popularity Score

70/100

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