Sweet Potatoes Yams with Yogurt Herb Sauce

Elevate your side dish game with Sweet Potatoes Yams with Yogurt Herb Sauce—a vibrant, nutrient-packed recipe that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes and yams with the tangy freshness of a homemade yogurt herb sauce. Seasoned with smoked paprika and cumin, the caramelized vegetables are roasted to perfection, achieving a crispy yet tender texture. The creamy yogurt sauce, infused with garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a medley of fresh parsley, dill, and chives, adds a refreshing contrast that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this versatile dish is as healthy as it is flavorful. Serve it drizzled with sauce or as a crowd-pleasing dip companion. Ready in under an hour, it’s a must-try for those who crave easy, gourmet-style cooking. Keywords: sweet potatoes, yams, yogurt herb sauce, roasted vegetables, healthy side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 large yams
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 small, minced garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh chives

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and yams, then cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Place the cubed sweet potatoes and yams on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss to evenly coat.

Step 4

Spread the sweet potatoes and yams in an even layer on the baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

While the sweet potatoes and yams are roasting, prepare the yogurt herb sauce. In a small mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh parsley, fresh dill, and fresh chives. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Taste the yogurt herb sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed. Refrigerate the sauce until ready to serve.

Step 7

Once the sweet potatoes and yams are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the roasted sweet potatoes and yams to a serving platter. Drizzle the yogurt herb sauce over the top or serve it on the side for dipping.

Step 9

Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(967.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1097.6

Total Fat 30.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 7.9mg	0%
Sodium 2681.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.3g	0%
Total Sugars 24.8g
Protein 27.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 395.4mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 3149.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.7%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 64.2%