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How to Microwave a Sweet Potato

Make a healthy meal in mere minutes by learning how to microwave a whole sweet potato. Sweet potatoes are high in fiber, filling and delicious.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 112kcal
Author Jill McOwen

Ingredients

  • 1 small to medium sweet potato

Instructions

  • Wash the sweet potato and remove any strings.
  • Wrap the sweet potato in a damp paper towel.
  • Place the wrapped potato on a microwave safe plate.
  • Microwave the sweet potato on high for 4 minutes.
  • Turn the potato over and continue to microwave until the potato is tender and easily pierced with a fork. Approximately an additional 2 - 4 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 438mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 18443IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg