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Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Lemon-Dill Yogurt Sauce Recipe

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This recipe features perfectly grilled sweet potatoes served with a vibrant Greek yogurt herb sauce. The sweet potatoes are seasoned and grilled until tender and smoky, then topped with a creamy blend of Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon juice, creating a refreshing and wholesome side dish perfect for summer meals or any gathering.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1½-inch thick wedges
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt

Herb Yogurt Dressing

  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt
  • 4 green onions, ends trimmed, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh dill, plus more for serving
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 10 large fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the sweet potatoes evenly and developing nice grill marks.
  2. Prepare and season sweet potatoes: Place the sweet potato wedges on a large rimmed sheet pan. Drizzle them with 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of kosher salt evenly. Toss the potatoes to coat thoroughly in oil and salt.
  3. Grill the sweet potatoes: Arrange the sweet potato wedges on the grill, cut side down. Grill them for about 15 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes to ensure all sides become fork-tender and nicely charred.
  4. Make the herb yogurt dressing: While sweet potatoes are grilling, combine Greek yogurt, green onions, ¼ cup fresh dill, smashed garlic cloves, fresh basil leaves, lemon juice, and the remaining ½ teaspoon kosher salt in a blender or food processor. Blend for 1-3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  5. Plate and serve: Transfer the grilled sweet potatoes to a serving platter. Drizzle generously with the fresh herb yogurt dressing and garnish with extra fresh dill. Serve family style for a delightful and fresh side dish.

Notes

  • If you don’t have a grill, you can roast the sweet potatoes in the oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • The herb yogurt sauce can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • For added spice, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes on the sweet potatoes before serving.
  • Make sure to cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized wedges to ensure uniform cooking on the grill.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a vegetarian main when served with a grain like quinoa or couscous.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/grilled-sweet-potatoes-with-lemon-dill-yogurt-sauce-recipe/