Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are delicious cooked whole. When baked, their thin skin puffs to a crisp finish and inside you’ll discover a sweet, pillowy flesh. The varieties of sweet potatoes include orange, white, red and purple.
Nutritional Value
Excellent source of Vitamin A, which supports healthy vision.
Good source of Potassium, which helps maintain healthy blood pressure.
Good Source of Fiber 11%, which helps support heart health
Good source of Vitamin B6, which supports energy metabolism.
Good source of Manganese, which supports energy metabolism.
- Vitamin A
- Potassium
- Dietary Fiber
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Nutritional Facts
| Serving Per Container | |
| Serving Size | 130g (1 medium) |
| Calories | 110 |
| Entries | Daily value in %* |
|---|---|
| Sodium (70 mg) | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate (26 g) | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber (4 g) | 14% |
| Total Sugars (5 g) | |
| Protein (2 g) | |
| Calcium (39 mg) | 4% |
| Choline (16 mg) | 2% |
| Copper (0.2 mg) | 20% |
| Folate (14 mcg DFE) | 4% |
| Iron (1 mg) | 6% |
| Magnesium (33 mg) | 8% |
| Manganese (0.3 mg) | 15% |
| Molybdenum (7 mcg) | 15% |
| Niacin (1 mg NE) | 6% |
| Pantothenic Acid (1 mg) | 20% |
| Phosphorus (61 mg) | 4% |
| Potassium (438 mg) | 10% |
| Riboflavin (0.1 mg) | 8% |
| Selenium (1 µg) | 2% |
| Thiamin (0.1 mg) | 8% |
| Vitamin A (922 mcg) | 100% |
| Vitamin B6 (0.3 mg) | 20% |
| Vitamin C (3 mg) | 4% |
| Vitamin K (2 µg) | 2% |
How do you pick sweet potatoes?
Select sweet potatoes that are firm to the touch without signs of decay. For even cooking, choose sweet potatoes that are uniform in shape.
How do you prepare sweet potatoes?
Sweet potatoes can be baked, boiled or even microwaved. To enhance the naturally sweet flavor, add ingredients such as orange peel, pineapple, nutmeg and other spices. Sweet potatoes can also substitute pureed pumpkin for breads, cakes and cookies.
How do you store sweet potatoes?
Store in a cool, dry, dark, and well-ventilated place for up to 2 weeks. Do not refrigerate because it will produce a hard center and unpleasant taste.