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Roasted Yams with Maple Pecans

Roasted Yams with Maple Pecans - A Cozy, Sweet Delight

Enjoy Roasted Yams with Maple Pecans, a delightful dish that combines sweet yams and crunchy pecans for a perfect autumn treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Yams
  • 4 cups Yams fresh, firm yams yield the best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil lightly coat yam slices
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper fresh cracked
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Pecans can substitute with walnuts
  • ¼ cup Maple Syrup use pure maple syrup

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • large bowl
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. Wash, peel, and slice yams into ¼-inch rounds. Place in a large bowl.
  3. Drizzle yams with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
  4. Spread yams on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway.
  5. Mix chopped pecans with maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  6. After 20 minutes, add maple-coated pecans to yams and roast for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven, serve warm, and optionally garnish with fresh herbs or yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal results, slice yams evenly and use quality ingredients. Consider substituting pecans with walnuts if needed.

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