Sweet Potato Wedges with Honey Mustard Avocado Dip

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Excuse me while I lay down with a plate of sweet potato wedges.

I’ve decided to go full hygge this year and I’m starting early to ward off the winter blues. I’ve already surrounded myself with candles and I might just pull out the white Christmas lights and blanket my house in them soon because seriously, does it get this dark so early every year??

Sweet potatoes also mean total comfort to me. They’re soft and warm, but still healthy and full of feel-good-goodness. I like to roast them in the oven so that the outside gets crisp and caramelized while the inside stays creamy and soft.

Let’s not let the sweet potatoes take all the credit here. They just wouldn’t be the same without this versatile spicy avocado dip.

It starts with one perfectly ripe avocado, goes up a notch with the addition of BRIANNAS luscious Dijon Honey Mustard dressing, and gets treated with just the right amount of spice. I’ve been a fan of BRIANNAS dressings since my deli days because of their high quality and robust flavors, and it’s the only dressing I ever use in my Caesar Pasta Salad that copycats one of my favorite deli recipes.

Left as is, this spicy honey mustard avocado dip can sit nestled between your sweet potato wedges for everyone to enjoy. Another option is to thin it out a bit with some water and drizzle over plated fries for more of a fork-and-knife experience.

sweet potato fries on plate with bowl of spicy mustard and dressing avocado and spoon in background.

Ingredients

Sweet potatoes
Olive oil
Salt & pepper
Avocado
Honey mustard dressing
Cayenne pepper
Paprika

How to make sweet potato wedges in the oven

Preheat the oven to 450ºF.
Cut sweet potatoes into wedges that are roughly the same size and place in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil, then rub to coat completely. Season with salt and pepper.
Bake the sweet potatoes for 30 minutes, or until lightly browned and crisp on the outside, turning every ten minutes or so.

How to make honey mustard avocado dip

In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork. If you want a completely smooth dip, use an immersion blender to puree it.
Add honey mustard dressing, cayenne pepper, paprika, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

Top tips

How to choose good sweet potatoes

I don’t know that I’ve ever seen a bad sweet potato for sale at the grocery store, so don’t overthink it. You just want to pick sweet potatoes that are firm and don’t have any discolored spots or eyes sprouting.

How to cut sweet potatoes into wedges

To cut your sweet potatoes into wedges, start by cutting them in half lengthwise, then cut them in half lengthwise again. Cut each of these sections into 2-3 wedges. Try to keep all your wedges roughly the same size.

a hand dipping a sweet potato fry in spicy mustard avocado dip.

How to get perfectly smooth avocado dip

It’s easy to make the avocado dip by mashing it with a fork, but if you want to get it completely smooth you’ll want to use an appliance. This is a fairly small amount, so I only recommend using a food processor if you have a mini one.

You could also use an immersion blender to mix this in a small bowl. Just be careful as it may splatter a bit.

How to store

You can refrigerate any leftover sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. I recommend storing the dip separately, or better yet mixing it up fresh before enjoying. You’ll want to press a sheet of plastic wrap against the dip to prevent the avocado from browning.

You can also freeze sweet potato wedges in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating. I do not recommend freezing the avocado dip.

To reheat leftovers, you can microwave, bake in the oven, or pop in the air fryer for a few minutes until warm and crisp.

close up image of sweet potato fries on plate with wooden spoon dipped in bowl of mustard.

Tips for customizing baked sweet potato wedges

Enjoy the dip with your favorite chips, fries, or roasted potatoes

Thin the dip with water and use as a dressing on my Roasted Sweet Potato and Kale Salad or High Protein Vegan Salad

Season the sweet potatoes with an additional sprinkling of cayenne pepper before roasting for extra spice

Serve over brown rice with roasted chickpeas for a full gluten-free meal

Cut the wedges smaller to make more traditional sweet potato fries and watch closely as they can burn quickly

FAQ

Do I need to peel sweet potatoes before making wedges?

No, you do not need to peel the sweet potatoes before making this recipe since the skin is completely edible. However, if you prefer your sweet potatoes without the skin this recipe will still work after peeling.

How do you keep sweet potato wedges from getting soggy?

To keep your wedges crisp, be sure to give them plenty of room on the baking sheet. If they’re too close together they will steam instead of roast, causing soggy sweet potato wedges. You can also dry you sweet potatoes after washing and cutting to help them crisp up even further.

Can I season my sweet potatoes before baking?

Yes, if you want to increase the flavor in this recipe, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil and your favorite spice mixture before baking. Try garlic powder, onion powder, or even chili powder.

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Recipe

sweet potato wedges on a plate surrounding a small bowl of spicy honey mustard avocado dip

Sweet Potato Wedges with Spicy Honey Mustard Avocado Dip

Roasted sweet potato wedges with a spicy honey mustard avocado dip.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 40

Servings:

Calories: 258kcal

Author: Lindsay Moe

Ingredients

Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

▢ 2-4 small sweet potatoes, peeled if desired
▢ Olive oil
▢ Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Honey Mustard Avocado Dip

▢ 1 ripe avocado
▢ 2 tablespoons BRIANNAS Dijon Honey Mustard Dressing
▢ ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
▢ Pinch of smoked paprika

Instructions

Sweet Potato Wedges

Preheat the oven to 450ºF.
Cut sweet potatoes into wedges that are roughly the same size and place in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil, then rub to coat completely. Season with salt and pepper.
Bake the sweet potatoes for 30 minutes, or until lightly browned and crisp on the outside, turning every ten minutes or so.

Honey Mustard Avocado Dip

While the sweet potatoes are baking, start to make the dip by mashing the avocado. If you want it completely creamy you can use a small food processor or immersion blender. Add the dijon honey mustard dressing, cayenne pepper, and a pinch each of smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Serve baked sweet potatoes with spicy honey mustard avocado dip for dipping, or thin the dip with water and drizzle over the sweet potatoes.

Notes

Nutrition facts are an estimate based on four sweet potatoes. Actual information may vary.

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Sweet Potato Wedges with Honey Mustard Avocado Dip

Ingredients

How to make sweet potato wedges in the oven

How to make honey mustard avocado dip