Ginger-Spiced Sweet Potato Casserole

Recipe Benefits

• This dish is specifically designed to enhance magnesium levels by including pepitas and nuts rich in this essential mineral.
• Combined with the fiber and vitamins from sweet potatoes, this casserole offers a comforting, nourishing meal that supports balanced electrolyte levels and overall well-being.

Ingredients

For 8 servings:

• 7 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (opt for sunflower for a nut-free option)
• ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
• ¼ cup chopped dried fruit

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Bring an inch or two of water to a boil in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket. Add sweet potatoes, cover, and steam until very soft, about 18 to 20 minutes. Remove the basket and discard the water. Return sweet potatoes to the pot.
3. Add almond milk, ½ tablespoon of olive oil, salt, vanilla, ginger, cinnamon, and pepper to the pot with sweet potatoes. Mash until desired consistency.
4. Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
5. In a small bowl, stir together the pecans (or sunflower seeds), pepitas, dried fruit, and the remaining ½ tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle the mixture over the top of the sweet potatoes.
6. Bake the casserole until heated, and the nuts are lightly toasted about 20 to 30 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information

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