Sunday Sweet Potato Roast with Pumpkin Seeds (Air Fryer Recipe)
These easy air fryer sweet potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and topped with pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs. A simple side dish ready in 20-30 minutes.
Servings :4 people
Equipment
- Air fryer
- mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 2-3 medium sweet potatoes washed and cubed
- 1-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon spice blend of choice optional
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
- fresh herbs for garnish (parsley, thyme, or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
- Wash and cube the sweet potatoes into evenly sized pieces.
- Place the sweet potatoes in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and spice blend if using.
- Add the sweet potatoes to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 20–25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
- Add the pumpkin seeds halfway through roasting.
- Continue cooking until the sweet potatoes are tender and lightly caramelized.
- Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate. * Cut the sweet potatoes into similar-sized cubes for even cooking. * Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili flakes, or your favorite seasoning blend for extra flavor. * Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. * Great for meal prep, lunch bowls, grain bowls, and packed lunches.Nutrition
Serving: 1personCalories: 158kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.003gSodium: 354mgPotassium: 426mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 16036IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg
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