9 Creative Sweet Potato Recipes For Morning Noon And Night

Sweet potatoes are not just for Thanksgiving dinner anymore! These versatile and nutritious tubers can be incorporated into your meals at any time of day. From breakfast to dinner, sweet potatoes can add a delicious and healthy twist to your favorite dishes. Here are nine creative sweet potato recipes to enjoy morning, noon, and night.

1. Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: cooked sausage or bacon, diced

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook until they start to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. If desired, add cooked sausage or bacon to the skillet and cook until heated through.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy a hearty sweet potato breakfast hash!

2. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 small tortillas
• Toppings: avocado slices, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, salsa

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
2. Roast sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
4. Assemble tacos by filling each tortilla with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and desired toppings.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy these flavorful sweet potato and black bean tacos for lunch or dinner!

3. Sweet Potato and Kale Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
2. In a large bowl, massage kale with olive oil and balsamic vinegar until slightly wilted.
3. Add roasted sweet potatoes, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans to the bowl with kale. Toss to combine.
4. Serve immediately as a warm salad, or chill in the refrigerator for a cold salad option. Enjoy this nutritious sweet potato and kale salad for a satisfying lunch or dinner!

4. Sweet Potato Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• Maple syrup and butter for serving

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
4. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on both sides.
6. Serve hot with maple syrup and additional butter if desired. Enjoy these fluffy sweet potato pancakes for a delicious breakfast or brunch treat!

5. Sweet Potato and Spinach Quesadillas

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
• 4 large tortillas
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for cooking

Instructions:

1. Steam or boil diced sweet potatoes until tender. Mash with a fork and season with salt and pepper.
2. Spread mashed sweet potatoes evenly onto two tortillas.
3. Top each tortilla with baby spinach and shredded cheese.
4. Place the remaining two tortillas on top to form quesadillas.
5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully transfer one quesadilla to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.
6. Repeat with the remaining quesadilla.
7. Slice quesadillas into wedges and serve hot. Enjoy these flavorful sweet potato and spinach quesadillas for a quick and easy lunch or dinner!

6. Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked rice for serving
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
2. Stir in curry powder and cook for an additional minute.
3. Add diced sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and coconut milk to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Simmer the curry over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
5. Serve hot over cooked rice and garnish with fresh cilantro. Enjoy this comforting sweet potato and chickpea curry for a satisfying dinner!

7. Sweet Potato and Turkey Chili

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook ground turkey over medium heat until browned.
2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, and cook until softened.
3. Stir in diced sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
5. Serve hot with desired toppings. Enjoy this hearty sweet potato and turkey chili for a cozy and satisfying dinner

8. Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 lb ground beef or lamb
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions:

1. Boil sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender. Drain and mash with milk and butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef or lamb over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add diced onion and carrots to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in frozen peas, beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish. Spread mashed sweet potatoes over the top.
6. Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is lightly browned and the edges are bubbly.
7. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting sweet potato shepherd’s pie for a hearty dinner!

9. Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in mashed sweet potatoes, egg, and vanilla extract.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
4. Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto a greased baking sheet.
5. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-12 minutes, or until cookies are set and lightly browned.
6. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these unique and delicious sweet potato chocolate chip cookies as a sweet treat any time of day!

Sweet potatoes are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes throughout the day. From breakfast hash to chocolate chip cookies, there’s no limit to the creative and delicious ways you can incorporate sweet potatoes into your meals. Give these recipes a try and discover the endless possibilities of sweet potatoes!