Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional toppings: butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, yogurt
Instructions
- Select firm, unblemished sweet potatoes.
- Wash and scrub each potato under cold water, then pat dry.
- Poke several holes in each sweet potato with a fork.
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the sweet potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Check for doneness by inserting a fork; if tender, remove and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Choose sweet potatoes of similar size for even cooking.
- Check the air fryer basket during cooking to prevent burning.
- Poking holes in the sweet potatoes is crucial to prevent bursting.
- Let sweet potatoes rest for a few minutes after cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium sweet potato
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 5 milligrams
- Fat: 0.2 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 26 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams