Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes
Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes pair caramelized, tender sweet potato rounds with garlicky butter, Greek herbs, and a nutty sprinkle of Parmesan. The edges bake up crisp while a balsamic glaze brings a sweet-tangy pop that balances the richness. Serve as a standout side for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 44
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 40
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 25
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Rinse and pat dry the sweet potatoes. Pierce each potato 4 to 6 times with a fork. Microwave them on a plate until just tender, turning once halfway through, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch-thick rounds. Arrange the slices on the prepared sheet and gently press each to about 1/2-inch thick using a glass.
- 3
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds. Stir in the Greek seasoning, salt, and pepper. Take off the heat.
- 4
Brush or spoon the garlic butter over each smashed potato. Drizzle with olive oil.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden and slightly crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Take the potatoes out of the oven.
- 6
Sprinkle with Parmesan and thyme. Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Calories 245.88 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 3.81 g Low Source 8%
- Carbohydrate 31.09 g 11%
- Total Fat 11.94 g Moderate 15%
- Saturated Fat 6.05 g High 30%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 24.35 mg Moderate 8%
- Sodium 145.95 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 5.45 g Moderate 19%
- Total Sugars 9.3 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 87.58 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 0.98 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 6.78 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 1293.06 mcg Good Source 144%
- Vitamin C 23.9 mg Good Source 27%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes is a Greek side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Glaze, Black Pepper, Fresh Thyme, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 245.88 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes?
- It is a Greek recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Glaze, Black Pepper, Fresh Thyme, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Greek Seasoning. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 245.88 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes healthy?
- Mediterranean Smashed Sweet Potatoes has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 245.88 calories and 3.81 g of protein, or 8% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 145.95 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.05 g (30% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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