Craving fries but don't want to eat restaurant fries because of the unhealthy oils? Make your own healthy sweet potato wedges with a zesty coating of lemon, garlic, and parsley! There’s nothing wrong with a starch + fat combination, which is what makes fries so delicious - just be sure to use quality olive oil.
Some folks shy away from carbohydrates when Paleo because they think Paleo equals low carb. But Paleo does not need to be low in carbohydrates to be healthy!
In fact, many people feel better with carbohydrates, especially women, those who exercise regularly, and even those with thyroid issues. However, those with a metabolic disorder like Type 2 diabetes may find great benefit in a low-carb approach to help manage blood sugar and insulin levels.
Cut your sweet potatoes into thin or thick wedges, whichever you desire, and grill them to get those nice charred grill marks. Like other grilled veggies, these sweet potatoes can be tossed alongside a grilled burger or chicken dish and requires no extra cooking or clean-up.
Grilled Zesty Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Serves: 4 Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min
Ingredients
- 4 to 6 sweet potatoes, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, minced
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup olive oil + 4 tbsp. olive oil for cooking
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the sweet potatoes in a bowl with 4 tablespoons of olive oil, season to taste, and toss until coated.
- In a small bowl, combine the parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil; whisk until combined.
- Place the sweet potatoes on the grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- Place the grilled potatoes back in the bowl and toss with the lemon dressing until well coated.
📖 Recipe
Grilled Zesty Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 to 6 sweet potatoes sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley minced
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup olive oil + 4 tbsp. olive oil for cooking
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the sweet potatoes in a bowl with 4 tablespoons of olive oil, season to taste, and toss until coated.4 to 6 sweet potatoes, ¼ cup olive oil + 4 tbsp. olive oil for cooking, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- In a small bowl, combine the parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil; whisk until combined.¼ cup fresh parsley, 1 tsp. lemon zest, 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves minced, ¼ cup olive oil + 4 tbsp. olive oil for cooking
- Place the sweet potatoes on the grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- Place the grilled potatoes back in the bowl and toss with the lemon dressing until well coated.
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