Maple Sweet Potatoes

This side dish is sure to brighten up your table. Sweet potatoes are high in the Vitamin A, which gives them their vibrant orange color. This recipe uses yogurt to make it creamy and fresh oranges instead of orange juice for some additional fiber and less sugar.

Makes:2 servings

Ingredients
2sweet potatoes, large
2 Tbs plain yogurt, non fat
1 Tbs maple syrup
1 Tbs 100% orange juice, or juice from 1/2 an orange

 

Instructions

  1. Prick potato skins with a fork. Microwave on high for 6to8 minutes until soft and easily pierced with a knife.
  2. Scoop out the potato pulp into a medium bowl. Mash the pulp and stir in the yogurt, maple syrup, and orange juice. Transfer to a microwave safe serving bowl and microwave for 1 to 2 minutes to heat through.

Source: Adapted from University of Connecticut, Family Nutrition Program, Senior Nutrition Awareness Project (SNAP) Newsletters

Glass bowl of maple sweet potatoes with a fork. Oranges and bottle of maple syrup on the side all on a wooden table.
Nutrition Information
Calories 150
Total Fat 0g
Saturated Fat 0g
Protein 3g
Sodium 85mg
Carbohydrates 35g
Added Sugar 6g
Fiber 4g