4 Sweet Potato Recipes That Will Help You Lose Weight
Sweet potatoes are one of nature's greatest gifts. Not only are they versatile and filling, but these tubers are also literal superfoods. One medium-sized sweet potato is only 112 calories, has four grams of fiber, and contributes 368 percent of your recommended daily value of vitamin A. Roasted sweet potatoes make for a substantial breakfast or a sweet mid-day snack. If you want to push your sweet potato game to the next level, try these four recipes that are not only delicious but will also help you lose weight.
Sweet Potato Fries With Spicy Almond Butter Dip
Sweet potato fries are nothing new, but rarely are they paired with sweet and spicy almond butter dip. Try serving these for a healthier alternative to prepackaged, frozen French fries.
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Baked Sweet Potato With Rainbow Swiss Chard and Chickpeas
A baked potato can take up 45 minutes in the oven, but you can have a tender sweet potato from the microwave in less than 10 minutes. Add sautéed Swiss chard and chickpeas to make these potatoes a main course rather than a side dish.
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Sweet Potato Hummus
Hummus is the hottest dip in town, and variations are popping up left and right, but this recipe for sweet potato hummus is truly unique. Adding a cup of sweet potato fortifies this hummus with extra fiber, phosphorus, and vitamin A. Dip with some crunchy carrots, celery, or cucumbers for the perfect weight-loss snack.
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Speedy Vegan Quesadilla
Once all the ingredients are prepped, a quesadilla can be whipped up in no time. Here, grated sweet potato is cooked with mashed navy beans and a spicy-sweet combination of maple syrup and chipotle paste. This is a super low-calorie, vegetarian dinner option that won't leave you hungry.
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