Grilled Sweet Potato Fritters with Avocado-Cilantro Aioli
These Grilled Sweet Potato Fritters with Avocado-Cilantro Aioli are a great way to enjoy a delicious, healthy meal while still enjoying the flavors of summer. They are perfect for a summer BBQ or a light weeknight dinner. Plus, they come together in less than an hour, making them a great weeknight meal.
The sweet potato fritters are made with mashed sweet potatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro, and cumin. After they are mashed together, they are formed into patties and grilled until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside. The sweet potato fritters are then served with a creamy, zesty Avocado-Cilantro Aioli. The aioli is made with mashed avocado, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and a little mayonnaise.
Grilled Sweet Potato Fritters with Avocado-Cilantro Aioli
Try this recipe for Grilled Sweet Potato Fritters with Avocado-Cilantro Aioli for your next summer gathering
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the aioli:
- 1 large ripe avocado, mashed
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, mash together the sweet potatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
- Brush the patties with olive oil.
- Place the patties on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the mashed avocado, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and mayonnaise.
- Serve the sweet potato fritters with the Avocado-Cilantro Aioli.
