The Jeremy Lin of the vegetable world, the sweet potato has the nutritional profile of a superstar. It's packed with dietary fiber, complex carbohydrates, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and iron. It provides hunger control and energy, and it tastes great!
The sweet potato is also extremely versatile; it can be cooked to taste sweet or savory, and it's only about 100 calories per cup. Try these recipes and add sweet-potato power to your diet.
1. Sweet Potato Pancakes/Waffles
What better way to start the day than with a plate of sweet-potato pancakes? This breakfast of champions will fuel your day and leave you licking your plate! On top of being delicious, they offer a whopping 40 grams of protein.
![Sweet potato](https://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/images/2014/how-sweet-it-is-6-sweet-potato-recipes_02.jpg)
2. Bacon 'n Cheese Sweet Potato
This meal is quick, easy, and a great way to refuel after a grueling workout!
![Bacon and cheese](https://www.bodybuilding.com/images/2018/may/bacon-n-cheese-sweet-potato-header-960x540.jpg)
3. Sweet and Spicy Sweet Potato Soup
This modified Rachel Ray recipe is flavorful, clean, and filling. Yum Yum!
![Sweet and spicy potato soup](https://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/images/2014/how-sweet-it-is-6-sweet-potato-recipes_06.jpg)
4. Sweet Potato Fries/Chips
Sweet potato chips/fries make a great side dish. I like to top them with cinnamon, nutmeg, and Splenda for a sweet version, or Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper for savory.
Here is the basic recipe—season as you please.
![Sweet potato fries and chips](https://www.bodybuilding.com/images/2018/june/sweet-potato-fries-and-chips-header.jpg)
5. Sweet Potato Stir Fry
After doing some research and experimentation with purple sweet potatoes, I found they are not quite as sweet as orange sweet potatoes, but are great for more savory dishes, like stir-fry.
Their purple skin also makes them a great source of antioxidants and adds some fun and color to your food.
![Stir fry](https://www.bodybuilding.com/images/2018/february/how-sweet-it-is-6-sweet-potato-recipes_10-header.jpg)
6. Sweet Potato Bread
This bread recipe is good for both the body and the soul. Enjoy!
![sweet potato bread](https://www.bodybuilding.com/images/2018/june/sweet-potato-bread-header.jpg)