Grilled Sweet Potato and Beet Salad

Author:

jennysmeny

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Servings:

4-6

Cooking Time:

10-20 minutes

Ingredients:

2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and sliced 1-2 inches thick

2 tsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp garlic powder

salt to taste (I prefer coarse)

2-3 medium beets peeled and shredded

1/2 - 1 lemon juiced

splash EVOO

salt and pepper to taste

splash agave nectar (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook sliced potatoes for about 5 minutes (or until tender but not mushy). Drain.

2. Combine dry seasonings. Coat potatoes with oil and spices. Add salt to taste.

3. Grill potatoes for about 3-6 minutes on each side (depending on grill heat), until you see good grill marks on the potatoes.

4. Combine shredded beats with lemon juice and EVOO. Salt n pepper to taste.

5. Layer about three potatoes, then top with the beet salad for a beautiful, tasty and nutritious side dish.