Grilled sweet potatoes are a delicious and healthy side dish or appetizer. With a sweet interior and slightly charred exterior, grilling brings out the best of both textures in this root vegetable. The smoky flavor pairs well with the bright and tangy lime cilantro vinaigrette, adding freshness and acidity. Lime cilantro vinaigrette is easy to make and versatile, making it the perfect dressing for grilled sweet potatoes.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRILLED SWEET POTATOES WITH LIME AND CILANTRO
Steps:
- Parcook the potatoes: Place in a pot of water and boil until fork-tender; let cool. Slice each potato lengthwise into eighths.
- Preheat a grill to medium or place a cast-iron grill pan over medium heat. Mix 1 tablespoon salt, the lime zest and cayenne in a small bowl.
- Brush the potato wedges with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown on all sides (including the skin) and just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter; immediately season with the salt mixture and sprinkle with cilantro.
GRILLED SWEET POTATOES WITH LIME CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE
Throw sweet potatoes right on the grill for a great cookout side dish; then dress with a bright, herbaceous vinaigrette.
Categories Citrus Potato Side Vegetarian Summer Tailgating Grill/Barbecue Gourmet Vegan Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cover potatoes with cold salted water in a large pot, then bring to a boil. Simmer until slightly resistant in center when pierced with a sharp small knife, 25 to 30 minutes, then transfer to a large bowl of cold water to stop cooking. Drain well. When cool enough to handle, peel potatoes with a sharp small knife and quarter lengthwise.
- Prepare grill for cooking.
- Whisk together lime juice, salt, and pepper and add oil in a slow stream, whisking. Whisk in cilantro.
- When fire is hot (you can hold your hand 5 inches above rack for 1 to 2 seconds), grill potatoes in 2 or 3 batches on lightly oiled grill rack (over coals if using a charcoal grill), uncovered, turning, until grill marks appear and potatoes are just tender, 3 to 6 minutes total.
- Serve potatoes warm or at room temperature, drizzled with vinaigrette.
SMOKY GRILLED SWEET POTATOES WITH CILANTRO & LIME
Sweet potatoes on the grill? Heck yes! Thin-sliced sweet potato slabs grill up tender and perfect on the BBQ. Rub 'em with spices and top with cilantro and lime for the side of the summer.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high (direct heat).
- Brush the sliced sweet potatoes with olive oil and rub with about 1 teaspoon of spice mix per side.
- Lay potatoes on the grill and cook until grill lines form, 5-6 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side until cooked through and tender, about 5-6 more minutes. Remove from the grill and lay on a platter. Squeeze lime juice over the top and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve immediately.
GRILLED LIME-BALSAMIC SWEET POTATOES
For me, tailgating is about camaraderie and preparing food that's good to grill. One of my favorites is sweet potato wedges. Yum! -Raquel Perazzo, West New York, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel and cut each sweet potato lengthwise into 8 wedges; place in a large bowl. Toss with oil, salt and pepper. , In batches, cook potatoes on a greased grill rack, covered, over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. , In a large bowl, mix remaining ingredients; add potatoes and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CILANTRO-LIME SWEET POTATOES
This is something my mom makes as a side dish for meats. The sweetness of the potatoes is perfectly complemented by the hint of lime and cilantro! It is wonderful and easy to make. If you like, an additional 2 tablespoons of olive oil can be added to the garlic, cilantro and lime juice mix after roasting.-Jessica Snyder, San Clemente, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with oil, salt and pepper. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until tender., In a small bowl, combine the cilantro, lime juice and garlic; add to sweet potatoes and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Choose firm and evenly shaped sweet potatoes for grilling.
- To prevent the sweet potatoes from sticking to the grill, brush them with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Grill the sweet potatoes over medium heat, turning them occasionally, until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, let them cool slightly before slicing or dicing.
- The lime-cilantro vinaigrette can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Serve the grilled sweet potatoes with the lime-cilantro vinaigrette, crumbled cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro.
Conclusion:
Grilled sweet potatoes are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed all year long. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With the addition of the lime-cilantro vinaigrette, crumbled cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro, these grilled sweet potatoes are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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