Can I skip the parboiling step?

Parboiling sweet potatoes before grilling is crucial because it softens the inside without overcooking the outside on the grill. Skipping this can leave you with burnt edges and undercooked centers.

What if I don’t have a grill?

You can achieve similar results by roasting the sweet potatoes in a hot oven or using a grill pan on the stove, brushing them with the oil and seasoning mixture just like in the recipe.

How long does the garlic aioli last?

When stored in an airtight container in the fridge, the garlic aioli keeps fresh for up to 4 days. Always give it a quick stir before serving if it separates slightly.

Can I make this gluten-free and vegan?

Yes! The sweet potatoes themselves are naturally gluten-free. For a vegan aioli, swap the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise for dairy-free and egg-free alternatives like coconut yogurt and vegan mayo.

Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Garlic Aioli – Deliciously Smoky & Sweet

Description

This Grilled Sweet Potatoes recipe features tender, smoky sweet potatoes seasoned with olive oil, thyme, sea salt, and pepper, paired perfectly with a creamy homemade garlic aioli dipping sauce for a delicious and healthy side dish or appetizer.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potatoes

3 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed well
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Garlic Aioli Dipping Sauce

¼ cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup mayonnaise
Juice from one lemon (2-3 tablespoons)
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Parboil Potatoes: Place sweet potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the potatoes are slightly resistant when pierced with a knife or fork. Drain and allow to cool.
Slice Potatoes: Once cool enough to handle, slice the potatoes in half lengthwise, then cut each half into wedges.
Season Potatoes: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, chopped thyme if using, sea salt, and ground pepper. Brush this mixture evenly over the sweet potato wedges.
Grill Potatoes: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grill rack. Place the seasoned sweet potato wedges on the grill and cook for 7-8 minutes, turning once, until grill marks appear and potatoes are cooked through.
Prepare Garlic Aioli: In a separate bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste until smooth and creamy.
Serve: Arrange the grilled sweet potato wedges on a serving plate, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve with the garlic aioli dipping sauce.

Notes

For a smoky flavor, soak wooden skewers in water before grilling if using them to hold potato wedges.
Use olive oil spray for an even lighter coating on the sweet potatoes.
Substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier aioli.
If you don't have a grill, these sweet potatoes can also be cooked in a grill pan or baked in the oven.
Adjust seasoning of aioli to taste, adding more lemon juice or garlic if preferred.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220 kcal
Sugar: 7 g
Sodium: 250 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 29 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg