Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges with Herbed Coconut Yogurt Dip make a delicious and healthy appetizer that's perfect for entertaining. The herbed-coconut yogurt dip compliments the wedges perfectly, adding a tasty flavor to your meal.
The sweet potato wedges are perfectly spiced, giving you just the right amount of kick without being overpowering. This is such an easy recipe to put together and it's sure to be a hit at any dinner party or gathering. Plus, it's low in calories and incredibly nutritious - so you can feel good about serving these Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges with Herbed Coconut Yogurt Dip to your guests!
Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges with Herbed Coconut Yogurt Dip is healthy and full of flavor.
This delicious option is healthy and full of flavor. The wedges alone boast nutrients like healthy carbohydrates, Vitamin A, and antioxidants from the sweet potatoes. Add to that the creamy yogurt dip with its mix of herbs and healthy fats from the coconut yogurt and you've got a snack that's one part healthy and two parts delicious. So next time you're looking for something healthy to munch on, make sure to check out this tasty Spicy Sweet Potato Wedge with Herbed Coconut Yogurt Dip!
This was inspired by my other recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing sidedish recipe.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Tip: For crispier sweet potato wedges, do not salt them until they are done roasting.
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Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into wedges
- 2 T. coconut oil, melted
- 1 t. ground cumin
- 1 t. curry powder
- 1 t. smoked paprika
- ½ t. cayenne pepper
- ½ t. ground cinnamon
- 1 c. coconut yogurt
- 2 t. fresh lemon juice
- 3 T. fresh dill, minced
- 3 T. fresh parsley, minced
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat® baking mat. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with the melted coconut oil and toss to coat.
- In a small bowl, combine the cumin, curry powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon. Sprinkle spice mixture over the sweet potato wedges and toss until all wedges are lightly coated.
- Arrange the sweet potato wedges on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. For crispier wedges, do not overcrowd them.
- Place baking sheet in preheated oven and roast until the sweet potatoes are golden brown and crispy around the edges, around 30-35 minutes. Flip once halfway through the cooking process to brown both sides.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, mix the coconut yogurt with the lemon juice, dill, and parsley in a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and place in the refrigerator to chill.
- Once browned, remove the sweet potato wedges from the oven and sprinkle generously with salt. Let cool slightly before serving with the herbed coconut yogurt dip. Enjoy!
Variations
Adding variations to the Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges with Herbed Coconut Yogurt Dip recipe is a great way to mix up your meal and make something fun, tasty, and unique. Try replacing the sweet potatoes with rutabagas or yams, adding more spices like cayenne or paprika, or lightly tossing the wedges in an herby-citrus vinaigrette for extra freshness. Make sure to adjust cooking times for different vegetables as needed! Turmeric also pairs nicely with the flavors in this recipe and can be added to the yogurt dip for an extra boost of flavor. With variations like these, you'll be able to experiment and create a delicious dish that your family will love.
Storage
If you want to make an appetizer that everyone will love, Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges with Herbed Coconut Yogurt Dip is a great choice. But how long can you store it in the fridge? Good news—you can store it for up to three days in an air-tight container to retain its flavor and texture. If you are making a batch for storage, make sure to cool the wedges before dipping in the yogurt dip and wait until just before serving to combine them. With proper storage, this delicious combination will last for days, so stock up now!
Top tip
Tip: For crispier sweet potato wedges, do not salt them until they are done roasting.
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Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4
Description
Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges with Herbed Coconut Yogurt Dip make a delicious and healthy appetizer that's perfect for entertaining. The herbed-coconut yogurt dip compliments the wedges perfectly, adding a tasty flavor to your meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into wedges
2 T. coconut oil, melted
1 t. ground cumin
1 t. curry powder
1 t. smoked paprika
½ t. cayenne pepper
½ t. ground cinnamon
1 c. coconut yogurt
2 t. fresh lemon juice
3 T. fresh dill, minced
3 T. fresh parsley, minced
Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat® baking mat. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with the melted coconut oil and toss to coat.
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In a small bowl, combine the cumin, curry powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon. Sprinkle spice mixture over the sweet potato wedges and toss until all wedges are lightly coated.
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Arrange the sweet potato wedges on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. For crispier wedges, do not overcrowd.
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Place baking sheet in preheated oven and roast until the sweet potatoes are golden brown and crispy around the edges, around 30-35 minutes. Flip once hallway through the cooking process to brown both sides.
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While the sweet potatoes are roasting, mix the coconut yogurt with the lemon juice, dill, and parsley in a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and place in the refrigerator to chill.
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Once browned, remove the sweet potato wedges from the oven and sprinkle generously with salt. Let cool slightly before serving with the herbed coconut yogurt dip. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 mins
