Jan 8, 2010 Posted by Lisa Milone on Jan 8, 2010 | 14 comments

Sweet Potato Fries & Avocado Dip

I planned on posting this earlier today but as always, I’m a tad behind. I just sat down in IL with a cup of hot raspberry tea in hand. Snow is still coming down outside and I couldn’t be happier. I love winter weather. I also love fries, which brings me to my next recipe. Sweet potato fries! I have always loved fries but knew there had to be a healthier option than deep fried white potatoes. I was overcome with joy when I figured out you could make sweet potato fries. Watching what you eat after the holidays? That’s okay! These are healthy so go ahead and indulge in these tasty fries.

SWEET POTATO FRIES

Ingredients:
2 large sweet potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil or more if needed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
*See avocado dip recipe below.

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees.

I don’t typically peel the potatoes, but I’ve had the fries with and without it. They taste great both ways! Cut sweet potatoes into 1/2 inch strips.

Toss the sweet potato strips in a large bowl with olive oil (enough to coat), salt, and pepper.

Spread the potatoes onto a baking sheet in a single layer. Be sure to leave a least a little space between each fry. If the baking sheet is overcrowded, the fries won’t cook as evenly.

Place the baking sheet in the oven for 15 minutes. Turn fries over and bake about 15 more minutes, or until slightly browned. Serve with avocado dip. I also dip these in ketchup, dijon mustard, or honey mustard – they taste great alone too!

AVOCADO DIP

Ingredients:
1 avocado
½ cup mayonnaise *I have yet to find mayo without soy, so I make my own. Click here for the recipe. Thanks Choosing Voluntary Simplicity!
¼ tbsp onion powder
1 lime juice

Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor. I don’t have a blender (it’s on my wish list), so I used my Magic Bullet. Blend until smooth. Place it in your favorite bowl, season with salt and pepper, and serve with the baked sweet potato fries!

Have a great weekend!