Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Herbs (Printable Version)
Sweet potatoes grilled and topped with herbed yogurt sauce, ideal for a vibrant side at any meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Sweet Potatoes
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3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 4 cm thick wedges
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
→ Yogurt Herb Dressing
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180 ml Greek yogurt
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4 green onions, ends trimmed, roughly chopped
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15 g fresh dill, plus more for serving
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2 garlic cloves, smashed
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10 large fresh basil leaves
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
# Steps:
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Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
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Arrange sweet potato wedges on a large rimmed baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with 1 teaspoon of salt. Toss to coat thoroughly.
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Place sweet potato wedges on the grill, cut side down. Grill, turning every 2-3 minutes, until fork tender and lightly charred, about 15 minutes.
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While potatoes grill, combine Greek yogurt, green onions, dill, garlic, basil, lemon juice, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, about 1-3 minutes.
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Transfer grilled sweet potatoes to a serving platter. Drizzle with yogurt herb dressing and garnish with additional fresh dill. Serve family style.
# Notes:
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Cut the sweet potatoes into even wedges for uniform grilling and optimal texture.