Description
Delicious and easy grilled sweet potatoes seasoned with olive oil, garlic, paprika, and a touch of salt and pepper. This recipe offers a smoky and tender side dish perfect for any barbecue or weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 large sweet potatoes (washed and peeled)
Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grill grates thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Wash, peel, and slice the sweet potatoes into approximately ¼ inch thick disks for even cooking.
- Season the sweet potatoes: Toss the sweet potato slices in olive oil and evenly sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, ensuring each slice is well coated.
- Grill the sweet potatoes: Place the seasoned sweet potato disks on the hot grill. Grill each side for about 6 to 8 minutes until tender and marked with grill lines.
- Serve warm: Transfer the grilled sweet potatoes to a plate and serve immediately while they are warm and flavorful.
Notes
- Ensure the grill is well oiled to prevent the sweet potatoes from sticking.
- Adjust grilling time depending on the thickness of your slices.
- You can add a touch of honey or maple syrup for a sweeter flavor profile.
- Leftover grilled sweet potatoes can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: grilled sweet potatoes, side dish, barbecue, sweet potato recipe, easy grill recipe, healthy side
