Grilled sweet potatoes are a tasty and light side dish to accompany your meat or fish main courses.
This variety of potato has an elongated shape with orange color, other qualities can be yellow or purple, and its origin is traced back to the American tropical areas, hence it is also known as American potatoes.
One important advantage that differentiates sweet potatoes from traditional ones is their low glycemic index, they are low in fat and low in calories: 100 g of sweet potatoes contain about 80 calories.
Grilled sweet potatoes can be eaten heartily in the diet, not only for its low calorie intake but they are a boon for our body:
They are rich in vitamins A and C, and rich in fibers that promote proper intestinal function.
Being free of contraindications, they can be introduced into our diet, making the most of their qualities in sweet and savory recipes.
- Portions: 1 Person
- Cooking methods: Grill
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 lbs sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste garlic powder
- to taste chives
- to taste oregano
Tools
- Grill
Steps
Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly for quick cooking, season with salt.
Heat the grill and place the slices of potatoes on top, grill on both sides.
After grilling all the slices, pour the oil for the dressing into a small bowl and add chives, garlic, and oregano.
Mix and brush the dressing over the potatoes.
Grilled sweet potatoes are great to consume both hot and at room temperature. Their sweet and nutty taste will be delicate and pleasant on the palate.
