35 Healthy Sweet Potato Recipes That Never Get Old

There’s no wrong way to eat a taco. But these are begging to be enjoyed alfresco with a few lime-kissed Mexican lagers.

Meet swoodles: They’re nutritious, yet decadent like regular pasta. And this creamy rendition will only take you 20 minutes to whip up.

Sure, you can serve these baked beauties as a side for grilled chicken. But they’re actually filling and impressive enough to take centerstage.

You’ve been burned by dry veggie burgers before. Luckily, these are ultra-moist, thanks to sweet potatoes and cauliflower rice. The smashed avocado and spicy mayo don’t hurt either.

Because fries should never be off the table, no matter your diet. Pass the ketchup, please.

Brace yourself: Brunch at your place is about to get an epic upgrade.

You’re only five ingredients away from these itty-bitty pillows of cheesy goodness. All that's missing is a glass of vino.

Meet the latke’s sweet Swiss cousin that can be served for breakfast, lunch or dinner. (Psst: Feel free to swap sweet potatoes for carrots or squash.)

Did you know baked potatoes can last up to five days in the fridge? Just a 15-minute stint in the oven before serving and they’re ready to devour. Hello, meal prep.

Bread takes a back seat to make way for everyone's favorite spud. Just choose your topping: smoked salmon on whipped cream cheese or dried cranberries and almonds over crème fraîche.

Crispy, cheesy, low-carb and oh so chic. Did we mention it's gluten-free and loaded with veggies like kale and leeks?

Fresh herbs, citrus juice, jalapeños and goat cheese bring this autumn side to life. It'll pair well with steak, chicken and pork chops alike.

Maximum flavor, minimum clean-up. Serve with crusty bread or green salad and let your guests help themselves to the goodies on the sheet pan.

With 3 grams of protein in every two-tablespoon serving, this might just be one of the healthiest midnight snacks you can eat.

Breakfast for a crowd has never been so easy. P.S.: These muffins would make a great second home for any sad-looking veggies in your crisper drawer.

In a word, epic. But you can make them even better with this super easy yogurt sauce that only calls for three ingredients.

Caesar? We don’t know her. This hearty make-ahead salad can be vegetarian if you trade chicken for chickpeas or beans.

Mix up this year’s Thanksgiving menu with ingredients like red curry paste, fresh ginger and tamari-roasted almonds.

If you’re one of those people who hates on marshmallow-topped sweet potato dishes (these sugar cookies will change your mind, BTW), this is the holiday alternative you’ve been waiting for.

One-pot meals never get old. And this one’s loaded with sweet potatoes, corn, chickpeas and black beans. Skip the sour cream and boom, it's vegan.

Even your picky kids won’t be able to complain about this stick-to-your-ribs main course.

Toss cinnamon-spiced oats in sweet potato purée, coconut oil and honey, then bake. Twenty minutes later, you’ve got the fall breakfast of your dreams.

Eight ingredients and 30 minutes stand between you and the ultimate cold-weather comfort food. Serve with basmati rice and plenty of warm naan.

Drizzle it with balsamic glaze (or slather the bread with garlicky aioli) and you’re in business.

The ancho chili marinade spiked with lime, Worcestershire sauce and soy sauce would taste great on shrimp, chicken or fish, if red meat isn't your thing.

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These crunchy bites blow store-bought chips out of the water. Skip the frying and bake them instead for a low-fat spin.

Even carnivores (and kids) won’t be able to turn their noses up at this smoky lunchtime masterpiece.

A five-ingredient dinner for six? Ready in an hour? Be still our cheese-loving hearts.

Bye, sad desk lunch. Salty, savory bacon is just the match for chive-kissed ricotta cheese and crisp-yet-tender sweet potatoes.

This recipe is ridiculously flexible. Feel free to swap any hearty green in for kale, like spinach, and go wild with your favorite shredded cheese for a decadent finishing touch.

A side dish so well-balanced that it can double as an entree all its own. Pro tip: Don't line the baking sheet, so the sweet potatoes can caramelize as much as possible.

Cold winter nights don't stand a chance against this cozy one-pot gem. Use any beans you have on hand, or substitute ground beef or chicken for turkey.

You only need 20 minutes to pull these handhelds together. You can also use the filling in burritos, quesadillas or grilled cheese sandwiches instead of taco shells.

The quintessential summer side just got an autumnal makeover. Think cranberries, pecans and maple-mayo dressing.

Loaded with fennel seeds, coriander and cumin, these steak fries are far from boring. Don't even get us started on the beyond-buttery avocado aioli.