BBQ season is upon us, and we’re ready to fire up the grill with the usual steaks, veggies and burgers. But barbecues aren’t just about meat. While thick-cut steaks and juicy cheeseburgers often take centre stage, these grilled sweetpotato recipes are strong contenders for the spotlight.
With their natural sweetness, hearty texture, and ability to soak up smoky flavour, sweetpotatoes are made for the grill. They pair beautifully with savoury spices and bold BBQ sauces, holding their own next to any rack of ribs. Our lineup of grilled sweetpotato recipes will cover all things BBQ side dishes to vegetarian BBQ recipes. Keep reading for the best sweetpotato BBQ dishes that are sure to impress
The Sweetpotato Burger
Looking for a healthier, more flavourful way to serve traditional burgers during the BBQ season? Elevate your BBQ game by switching up your usual brioche bun for sweetpotato buns instead! Mashed sweetpotatoes give homemade buns a soft, fluffy texture, plus a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with smoky grilled meats.
And if you really want to impress your guests this BBQ season, why not level up with a homemade sweetpotato ketchup? It’s a delicious, naturally sweet alternative that skips the refined sugars whilst keeping all the tangy goodness needed in a classic burger.
Grilled Sweetpotato Wedges with Chicken Skewers
With a sweet, creamy interior and slightly crisp exterior, these grilled sweetpotato wedges, paired with juicy chicken skewers, are a must-try BBQ side dish. Sweetpotatoes are often overlooked in warmer months, but they deserve a spot on your grill this BBQ season. There’s no need to boil them beforehand, just slice and season, then let the grill do the rest. Grilling sweetpotatoes also brings out their natural sweetness whilst giving them that irresistible char. Paired with delicious chicken skewers and bold, vibrant dips, this dish is a flavour-packed showstopper that’s perfect for sharing.
Multicoloured Sweetpotato Farmers Salad
Vibrant, hearty, and full of flavour, this Multicoloured Sweetpotato Farmers Salad is guaranteed to become your new go-to BBQ side dish.
It’s the perfect companion to grilled meats, offering a cool, creamy contrast to smoky flavours fresh off the barbecue. But it’s also just as satisfying on its own, making it an ideal vegetarian option for summer gatherings. The creamy, soft texture of roasted sweetpotatoes pairs beautifully with the crispiness of fresh salad vegetables.
This salad is also wonderfully versatile. You can toss it with your favourite herbs, add a protein or switch up the dressing to suit your style. Best of all, it can be prepped ahead of time so it’s ready to go when the grill gets busy. Nutritious, easy, and customisable, it’s a standout that fits any BBQ spread.
Sweetpotato BBQ Apple Burger
Nothing says BBQ season quite like this Sweetpotato BBQ Apple Burger. This sweet and smoky burger is a flavour-packed, healthier alternative that’s perfect for summer cookouts. Made with mashed sweetpotatoes, grated apple, and ground turkey, it’s a delicious twist on the classic BBQ favourite.
With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, these burgers are quick to make and great as a lighter main or hearty BBQ side dish for your next barbecue.
From the hearty sweetpotato BBQ apple burger to the colourful multicoloured sweetpotato farmers salad, these recipes prove that sweetpotatoes belong at the centre of your summer spread. Whether you’re serving up grilled sweetpotato wedges with chicken skewers or keeping things meat-free, there’s something here for every BBQ lover. These dishes double as flavour-packed mains or crowd-pleasing BBQ side dishes, and they’re perfect for anyone looking to add more vegetarian BBQ recipes to their BBQ spread this summer. This BBQ season, let sweetpotatoes steal the spotlight on your grill.
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