Cooking sweet potatoes in the microwave is a quick and easy way to enjoy this nutritious vegetable. Sweet potatoes are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they can be cooked in the microwave in just a few minutes.
To cook a sweet potato in the microwave, simply wash the potato and pierce it with a fork several times. Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate and cook on high for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the potato is tender. You can check the potato for doneness by inserting a fork into the center; if the fork slides in easily, the potato is done.