Grilled Sweet Potatoes
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4.7
Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Description
This recipe for Grilled Sweet Potatoes calls for scrubbing and slicing sweet potatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Tossed with olive or avocado oil and seasoned with kosher salt and pepper, the slices are placed on oiled grill grates heated to medium-high. They cook for approximately 4 to 7 minutes per side until tender internally and marked with grill char outside.
The texture offers a soft interior with a slight caramelized crust from grilling, enhancing the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes. The smoky notes from char complement the mild seasoning.
These grilled sweet potatoes can be served warm as a side dish, enjoyed plain, or accompanied by favorite sauces for added flavor. Their preparation suits outdoor cooking during warmer months or whenever a grill pan is available.
If a grill is not accessible, a grill pan works well as an alternative cookware. Peeling the sweet potatoes before slicing is optional and based on preference.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potato scrubbed well
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- salt to taste, Kosher salt
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt
Instructions
- Oil the grill grates and preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the potatoes 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Place the potatoes in a large bowl and toss with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Use tongs to place the sweet potatoes onto the hot grill. Cook for 4 to 7 minutes on each side or until the potatoes are tender and charred on each side. Check early to be safe, every grill is different.
- Transfer the potatoes to a plate or platter and serve warm.
- The grilled sweet potatoes are good plain, or you can serve them with your favorite sauces. See the blog post for ideas.
Notes
- Use a grill pan if an outdoor grill is not available to achieve similar char marks and cooking.
- Peeling the sweet potatoes is optional; leaving the skin on adds texture and nutrients.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 125mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 764mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 32176IU | 644% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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