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Microwave Sweet Potato

Learn how microwave a sweet potato with this simple and easy recipe!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Cool5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 servings
Author: The Shortcut Kitchen

Equipment

  • Microwave

Ingredients

  • 1 medium sweet potato
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Wash and dry the sweet potato. Poke with a fork 3-4 times on each side.
  • Microwave on high for 3 minutes.
  • Flip the sweet potato and microwave for an additional 2 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Allow to cool 5 minutes before cutting open. Serve with butter.

Notes

Leftover sweet potato will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator (or wrap in plastic wrap), for 3-5 days. They can also be frozen and will keep in the freezer for 6 months. 

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 107mg | Potassium: 382mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 16206IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg