Air-Fried Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Aioli
Golden, tender fries with a hint of smoky spice, paired with a creamy garlic dip for a satisfying side or snack. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (gluten-free, vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
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Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and cut 2 large sweet potatoes into 1/4-inch thick sticks, then rinse under cold water until water runs clear.
- Step 2: Toss sweet potato sticks with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper on an air fryer basket.
- Step 3: Air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes, shaking basket halfway, until golden and crisp at edges.
- Step 4: While fries cook, mince 2 cloves garlic, then whisk with 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1/4 cup mayonnaise to make aioli.
- Step 5: Serve fries immediately with aioli on the side, ensuring the aioli is cool and creamy.









