These air fryer cubed sweet potatoes are easy and quick to make. They are tender and sweet on the inside and caramelized on the edges. These air-fried sweet potatoes make a perfect side dish for any meal.
I love sweet potatoes, and I love my air fryer. Cooking these little babies in an air fryer is a match made in heaven! With just a few simple ingredients, you can have deliciously sweet and caramelized cubes of sweet potatoes in under 15 minutes.
More importantly, they're a healthier alternative to white potatoes and have better nutritional value as well.
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Why you will love these air fryer cubed potatoes
- It tastes like oven-roasted potatoes but takes only half the time. It's quick, easy, and even faster if you decide not to peel it. Plus, it cooks more quickly than regular potatoes.
- It's a perfect side dish or a healthy snack. I sometimes make these cubed air-fried potatoes and eat them as a snack. Even when I'm going out, I pack them in a bowl and nibble on them, just like popcorn.
- If you love meal prepping, then you will love these potatoes. You can make a large batch and store it in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
- Air frying promotes a healthier way of cooking by using little to no oil, making these cubed sweet potatoes a guilt-free indulgence.
What you will need
Sweet potatoes: You can use any variety of sweet potatoes you have; however, the cooking time may vary. I used the orange-colored variations, and they cook faster than white-colored sweet potatoes.
Olive oil: Substitute with any other type of cooking oil you prefer.
Paprika: I used smoked paprika.
Garlic granules: I prefer this to the powdered form as it spreads more on the potatoes.
Salt and black pepper
How to make air fryer cubed sweet potatoes
Scrub and wash the sweet potatoes clean. Using a sharp knife or a vegetable peeler, peel the potatoes, cut them into similar cube sizes and transfer them to a bowl.
Preheat the air fryer to 400F/200C for 3-5 minutes.
Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic granules, salt and black pepper.
Transfer the seasoned sweet potatoes to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Serve hot immediately and enjoy. It can be served as a side dish or used in salads or rice bowls.
Watch how to make it
Do I need to peel the potatoes
No, you can eat cooked sweet potatoes without peeling them. The skin is actually packed with nutrients so more nutrients for you if you decide to leave the skin on.
How long can cooked sweet potatoes sit out
Two hours! To be safe, most cooked food should be refrigerated within two hours of cooking. Also, make sure it cools completely before storing it.
How to store
Let them cool completely, then place any leftovers in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for 3-5 days. You can freeze it for up to 3 months.
To reheat, add them to the air fryer and reheat at 360F/180C for 3-5 minutes or until warm to your liking. Alternatively, reheat them in the microwave.
Tips
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer, or the potatoes will not cook properly.
- Tailor the seasoning to suit your flavor profile.
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Air Fryer Cubed Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1½ lb sweet potatoes about 2-3 medium size potatoes
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic granules
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Scrub and wash the sweet potatoes clean, then pat dry. Using a sharp knife or a vegetable peeler, peel the potatoes, cut them into similar cube sizes (about 1 inch) and transfer them to a bowl.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400F/200C for 3-5 minutes.
- Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic granules, salt and black pepper.
- Transfer the seasoned sweet potatoes to the air fryer basket in a single layer (do not overcrowd).
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking.
- Serve hot immediately and enjoy. It can be served as a side dish or used in salads or rice bowls.
Nutrition
Nutritional data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Under no circumstances will thedinnerbite.com be responsible for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information.
And there you have it, an easy air fryer vegetable you can make at home in no time. As always, if you made this recipe, I would love to hear from you! Kindly rate the recipe 5 stars and leave me feedback in the comment section below. Tag me @thedinnerbite on Instagram and Facebook and save it to your Pinterest. Please subscribe to the blog if you haven’t for free new recipes in your inbox every week.
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