Savory Garlic and Parmesan Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Creamy Dip
These golden, crispy sweet potato wedges are infused with aromatic garlic and sprinkled with rich Parmesan, perfect as a side or snack.
Ingredients
For the sweet potato wedges
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 lemon for a squeeze of fresh juice
For the creamy dip
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato wedges with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until each wedge is well-coated.
- Spread the sweet potato wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they aren’t overlapping.
Baking
- Bake the wedges in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure they crisp up nicely on both sides.
- In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the wedges and return them to the oven.
- Bake until the cheese has melted and is lightly golden.
Finishing
- Once out of the oven, immediately sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the wedges and squeeze a bit of lemon juice on top for a touch of brightness.
Preparation of Dipping Sauce
- For the creamy dipping sauce, mix together mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
Serving
- Serve the delicious roasted sweet potato wedges hot with the creamy garlic Parmesan dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
To enhance the flavor, consider marinating the wedges in olive oil and garlic for 30 minutes before roasting. Experiment with different herbs or spices for variety.