Life is sweeter with this energising vegetable packed with nutrients and flavour. Rich in vitamin C and niacin (vitamin B3), and a source of vitamin B6 sweet potato gives you the fuel to win the day.
*When eaten as part of a healthy varied diet.
Top Tip: Avoid keeping sweet potatoes in the fridge and instead store in a cool dark place to keep them from drying.
Top Tip: Blend cooked sweet potato for a hearty soup base.
Sweet potatoes are available year-round.
The recommended amount of vegetables you should eat is 5 serves per day.
(Source: Australian Dietary Guidelines, 2013)
Half a sweet potato (150g) counts as 1 serve of vegetables.
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Serving size: 150g (½ sweet potato baked) |
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Source: Aust Food Comp Data or ^ USDA data |
The recommended amount of vegetables you should eat is 5 serves per day.
(Source: Australian Dietary Guidelines, 2013)
Half a sweet potato (150g) counts as 1 serve of vegetables.
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