Grilled Sweet Potato Fingers with Curry Dip

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Grilled Sweet Potato Fingers with Curry Dip
20 min.
8
257kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests with a delightful and vibrant side dish, look no further than these Grilled Sweet Potato Fingers with Curry Dip. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe not only bursts with flavor but is also easy to prepare, making it a perfect addition to any meal or gathering.

Sweet potatoes are a nutritional powerhouse, providing a naturally sweet flavor and a beautiful, colorful presentation. When grilled to perfection, they develop a smoky char that enhances their sweetness, creating a perfect contrast to the creamy, tangy curry dip. The dip combines the warmth of mild curry powder with a hint of lemon and the richness of mayonnaise, making it a tantalizing accompaniment that will keep everyone coming back for more.

What’s more, these sweet potato fingers are ready in just 20 minutes, making them an excellent choice for busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining. The preparation involves simple steps that even novice cooks can master, and they yield a hearty serving, perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether enjoyed as a side dish, a snack, or at a barbecue, this recipe will elevate your culinary repertoire and delight everyone at the table.

Try this Grilled Sweet Potato Fingers with Curry Dip today, and discover just how easy it can be to create a delicious and healthy dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • teaspoons curry powder 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 1.5 cups mayonnaise light
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 small onion grated
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • 40 oz sweet potatoes and into peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife
  • grill
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, onion and curry powder in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill until ready to serve. (Dip can be made up to 2 days in advance.)
  2. Prepare a charcoal fire, let burn to a gray ash and set grill 8 to 10 inches from coals. (Or preheat a broiler and set broiling rack 8 inches from heat source.)
  3. Cut sweet potatoes in half crosswise, then cut each half lengthwise and then into thirds to form fingers. Each potato should yield about 12 pieces.
  4. Place fingers in a large bowl, add oil, salt, pepper and cayenne. Toss well to coat.
  5. Grill or broil fingers, turning often, until partially charred and soft enough to easily penetrate with tip of a knife, about 10 minutes.
  6. Remove to a plate and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve warm with curry dip.

Nutrition Facts

Calories257kcal
Protein3.86%
Fat44.87%
Carbs51.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.25
Glycemic Load
14.18
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.767825966296%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:257.2kcal
12.86%
Fat:12.99g
19.98%
Saturated Fat:1.97g
12.34%
Carbohydrates:33.39g
11.13%
Net Carbohydrates:28.87g
10.5%
Sugar:7.72g
8.58%
Cholesterol:6.72mg
2.24%
Sodium:619.65mg
26.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.51g
5.03%
Vitamin A:20170.38IU
403.41%
Vitamin K:27.78µg
26.46%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.9%
Fiber:4.52g
18.08%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.57%
Potassium:510.01mg
14.57%
Vitamin E:1.93mg
12.85%
Vitamin B5:1.17mg
11.69%
Copper:0.23mg
11.44%
Magnesium:38.31mg
9.58%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.89%
Phosphorus:76.42mg
7.64%
Vitamin C:5.28mg
6.4%
Iron:1.11mg
6.17%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.31%
Folate:19.69µg
4.92%
Calcium:48.91mg
4.89%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.12%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.24%
Selenium:2.06µg
2.94%
Source:My Recipes