Mediterranean Diet Grilled Sweet Potato
Elevate your summer grilling game with this Mediterranean Diet Grilled Sweet Potato recipe—a nutritious and flavor-packed side dish or vegetarian main course. Seasoned with a zesty marinade of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and paprika, these tender sweet potato rounds are grilled to perfection, boasting charred edges and smoky undertones. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness and optional crumbled feta cheese for a tangy, creamy contrast, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under 45 minutes and rich in wholesome ingredients, it’s a Mediterranean-inspired delight that’s perfect for health-conscious eaters and grill enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 375°F (190°C).
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Exfoliating the skin removes any debris, and slicing them ensures even cooking.
In a large bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to form a marinade.
Add the sweet potato rounds to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated with the marinade. Let them sit for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Place the sweet potato rounds directly on the preheated grill. Grill for 15 minutes on each side or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the grilled sweet potatoes for a burst of freshness.
Optionally, add crumbled feta cheese on top before serving for a tangy addition that complements the sweetness of the potatoes.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy as a flavorful vegetarian main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.9 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 3333 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 512 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 266 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
