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These grilled sweet potatoes are an easy side dish recipe that will transform how you cook potatoes! Simple ingredients and ready in under 20 minutes!
I thought sweet potato fries were the MVP but when I tried grilling them; I became obsessed.
Whenever we grill our main course (like grouper or mahi mahi), we always make these grilled sweet potatoes.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- It’s an easy and unique way to enjoy potatoes.
- It pairs well with almost anything, or even as a meal on its own.
- There are just three key ingredients, and it’s so easy to customize.
How to cook sweet potatoes on the grill?
The Ingredients.
- Sweet potatoes– Choose large potatoes so that you can have larger discs, which grill much better than smaller ones.
- Olive oil or coconut oil– I like the flavor of coconut oil. but olive or any other neutral oil works.
- Salt and peppper– To taste.
- Smoked paprika– Adds a lovely smoky flavor that pairs well with the sweetness of the potatoes.
- Brown sugar (or substitute)– Optional, but a pinch takes the sweetness to another level.
The Instructions.
Start by slicing the potatoes into thick disks, around 1/2 inch in thickness.
Next, add them to a bowl, along with the oil and seasonings and mix well, ensuring all the potatoes are coated.
Now, add the potatoes on to the grill and cover them immediately. Grill the potatoes for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through,.
Serve the potatoes immediately with your favorite dinner or main course.
Can I cook this in a grill pan?
If you don’t own a grill, you can cook the potatoes in a grill pan or skillet.
Tips for success
- If possible, cover the grill to ensure the potatoes cook evenly and completely.
- Do not slice your sweet potatoes too thin or too thick, or else they will burn (thin) or take too long to cook (thick).
- This works on any sort of grill, including a George Foreman grill.
Flavor variations
While delicious as they are, here are some fun flavors to try for some variety!
- Cinnamon sugar– Add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon and double the brown sugar. This is great if you’d like this as part of a dessert, too.
- Hot and spicy– Add 1/2 teaspoon chili powder or red pepper flakes.
- Mexican– Rub Taco seasoning over the potatoes.
- Cajun– Toss through Cajun seasoning.
- Kettle corn– Omit the smoked paprika and pepper and swap out the brown sugar for white sugar.
What to serve with sweet potatoes
These potatoes work well as a side dish, however, as they are super flavorful, pair it with more simple dishes or healthy dinners. Here are our favorites-
- Chicken– air fryer chicken breast, chicken thighs, or chicken drumsticks.
- Seafood– air fryer salmon, air fryer tilapia, baked haddock, or even Chilean sea bass.
- Meat– air fryer pork chops, grilled pork chops, or meatball subs.
- Vegetable mains– Zucchini lasagna, eggplant lasagna, or even cauliflower mac and cheese.
Storing and freezing instructions
- To store: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to five days.
- To freeze: Place the grilled and cooled potatoes in an airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to six months.
- Reheating: Either reheat on the grill or in a non-stick pan. Avoid microwaving them as they will become soggy.
More vegetable side dishes to try
Frequently Asked Questions
Unlike fries or wedges, there is no need to soak the potatoes before grilling them.
Either white potatoes or sweet potatoes will work for this recipe.
Grilled potatoes instead of frying them cuts down on the added oil while keeping the flavor incredible.
Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes cut into discs
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil * See notes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or bbq to medium heat. Generously coat with cooking spray or brush with coconut oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the sweet potato discs and coconut oil and mix well. Add the spices, salt, and sugar and rub all over the potatoes.
- Layer your sweet potato discs and cook for approximately 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
I just adore this recipe. Also for the record, I’m a big white potato lover too. In fact, I got a thing for all the spuds, regardless of color. Bring them on!
After last night’s snapchat….I love it. I think I saw two colours! 😉
Just read your newsletter! Are you making baklava oatmeal?? I’ve never had baklava since it’s only sugar and nuts, basically, but an oatmeal version? I’d give it a go! And the cookie… oatmeal raisin? I’m not that familiar with subways but I think that’s a popular one.
I think you’ll be best friends with those people no matter WHICH of your recipes you’ll bring to memorial day!
We’re having a long weekend too, Monday’s off because it’s Whitmonday. YAY!
YES!!!! Friday! 😀
I could eat these all day every day. They look terrific!
Thanks so much, Miryam! Appreciate it!
Love the use of sugar with these lil tasty bites!! If you don’t make friends on Mem Day by grilling these…
I know, right? I better make friends!
I wouldn’t let you sit with me if you brought these to the table… buuuut that’s mostly because I heart white potatoes and sweet potatoes have been causing my stomach to go all sorts of wonk. Bring me fries and all is forgiven, though <3
That made me so happy…..That serves you right for blaming white potatoes for headaches!
So in the realm of potatoes, sweet potatoes definitely have my heart. I have nothing against white potatoes…I just prefer them in fried form. As evidenced by my Five Guys dinner last night when the fries didn’t even survive the drive home.
Not going to lie, I hate you a little bit for it….
Excellent. I have a giant bag of sweet potatoes from Costco bc I can’t get enough. I usually just roast them w olive oil and salt but I love any new variations too. Thanks!
Very welcome, Erin! Hope you try it out!
Yes, yes and more yes to this one, Arman! First, it’s grilled. That makes it awesome. But second, it’s grilled sweet potatoes! I have a grilled sweet potato recipe that I absolutely love, but I’ve never tried using coconut oil. Clever little trick you’ve got going on there! I’m going to need you to deliver these to my Memorial Day BBQ. Also, this recipe is now destined to be the most popular one on here…because it’s sweet potatoes. 🙂
OH you bet I will deliver them- These will now go viral too purely because they are of the sweet variety!
I just professed in one of my latest posts that I’m scared of grilling lol. But these look good! I would just probably stick to baking them in the oven. 😉
Hahaha, that works!
Sweet taters AND popcorn?! OH NO YOU DIDN’T. But you did, and dat’s why I lurve you.
hummsapiencrack. This is what it is.
Sounds scrumptious!
Thanks so much 🙂
Aside from the amazing concept, Arman you did an amazing job of charring and grilling those sweet potatoes! They look amazing!
Cheers, mate! Appreciate it!
This looks fantastic – I adore sweet potato, and I have coconut sugar so I have to give this a go! I love to grill literally any vegetable – asparagus or green beans are good!
Thanks so much, Aimee! Hope your well!