Sweet Potato Crisp

Ingredients

• 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 cup oats
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, toss together sweet potatoes, 1 teaspoon olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder and paprika. Transfer sweet potatoes to the prepared baking dish.
3. In the same bowl, combine oats, walnuts, 1 tablespoon olive oil and maple syrup. Mix until ingredients are evenly distributed. Sprinkle the oat mixture over the sweet potatoes.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are tender and topping is golden brown.

Interesting Facts

• Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, B6, and C, as well as iron, magnesium and potassium.
• Oats are a healthy and gluten-free grain that is high in fiber and contains essential vitamins and minerals.
• Walnuts are a powerhouse of nutrition. They are a great source of healthy fats, protein, fiber, and antioxidants.