Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes Recipe: Discover Crispy Perfection!
If you’re in search of a quick, nutritious side that bursts with flavor, look no further! Our Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes Recipe delivers perfectly crispy exteriors and tender insides in just 30 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort—allowing the air fryer to do the heavy lifting. Once you try these delightful sweet potato cubes, they’ll quickly become a staple in your meal rotation!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into uniform 1-inch cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Check for tenderness and caramelization at the 15-minute mark; add an extra 2-3 minutes if needed.
- Allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg