In salads:
Roast the sweet potato cubes and let them cool.
Toss with spinach or arugula, quinoa, toasted walnuts, and feta. Dress with a lemon vinaigrette.
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes:
Cook the sweet potato whole until tender.
Open it in half and fill it with ingredients such as:
Dessert: Peanut butter, sliced banana, and a pinch of cinnamon.
Savory: Black beans, corn, avocado, and a tablespoon of Greek yogurt.
Included in desserts:
Its creamy and sweet texture makes it perfect for healthy desserts.
Brownies: Replace some of the flour and sugar with sweet potato puree for moist, nutrient-rich brownies.
Pudding: Blend mashed sweet potato with cocoa powder, maple syrup, and milk to make a vitamin A-rich chocolate pudding.
Tips for maximizing nutrients:
Don’t throw away the peel! It’s edible and high in fiber. Just be sure to wash it thoroughly with a brush under running water.
Cook it with fat: Adding a little olive, avocado, or coconut oil helps your body better absorb the fat-soluble beta-carotene.
Pair it with spices: black pepper also improves the absorption of beta-carotene.
Sweet potatoes are truly an amazing food. They’re affordable, delicious, and one of the best investments you can make for your health. Try incorporating them into your diet!
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