Cajun-Spiced Sweet Potato Fries with Smoked Paprika Dip
Crispy oven-roasted sweet potatoes with a smoky, spicy kick, served with a creamy dip that evokes Louisiana's vibrant holiday spirit.
Cuisine: American
Category: Vegetarian
Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.
Serves 4.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 avocado
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Peel and cut 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1/4-inch thick sticks; toss with 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread sweet potato sticks in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet; roast for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp around the edges.
- Step 3: While potatoes roast, scoop flesh from 1 avocado into a bowl; add 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 tsp sea salt. Mash until smooth and creamy with a fork.