How to Make the Perfect Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
American · Easy · 35 min · 4 servings
This vibrant sweet potato breakfast hash is a hearty and colorful vegan skillet meal packed with nourishing vegetables and bold spices. Completely plant-based and naturally gluten-free, this vegan hash is a satisfying way to fuel your morning.
Why this recipe works
This Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 245 calories with 5g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 8 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 medium red onion diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Cook the Sweet Potatoes
Heat the olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced sweet potatoes in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender.
Step 2: Add the Vegetables
Add the red onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
Step 3: Season and Flavor
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Finish with Spinach
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until just wilted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 5: Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve hot directly from the skillet with avocado slices or hot sauce on the side.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- sweet potatoes → regular potatoes or butternut squash
- spinach → kale or arugula
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overcrowding the pan which steams the sweet potatoes instead of crisping them
- Cutting the sweet potato pieces too large which results in uneven cooking
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 245 calories, 5g protein, 38g carbs, 9g fat, 6g fiber.
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