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1. Sweet Potato and Quinoa Medley Salad
Roast chunks of sweet potato with some beetroot and toss in a salad of leafy greens, feta cheese, quinoa and pepitas.
Recipe inspiration: Throw together this sweet potato and quinoa medley for a delicious salad option.
10 ways to enjoy sweet potato
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2. Sweet Potato and Chickpea Dip
Blend up with chickpeas, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and spices for a rich and tasty twist on hummus.
Recipe inspiration: This sweet potato and chickpea dip is perfect for easy entertaining.
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Chop into strips, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with a little sea salt (or paprika, cumin, garlic powder, oregano or rosemary) and bake until golden.
Recipe inspiration: Try these sweet potato fries to get started.
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Blend up a creamy soup with capsicum, sweet potato, onion, garlic, cinnamon and nutmeg. Tip: roast the veggies first to really bring out their full-bodied flavour.
Recipe inspiration: Whip up this sweet potato chipotle soup.
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Throw some sweet potato, onion, garlic and whatever veggies you like (mushrooms, spinach, capsicum, grilled corn) in a pan and heat with olive oil. Top with an egg and garnish with fresh herbs.
Recipe inspiration: Play with this rich and spicy shakshuka to bring a Moroccan twist to your breakfast.
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Coarsely grate sweet potato, mix into a batter with egg and flour and fry large spoonfuls until golden and crispy. Add zucchini, spring onions, spinach or corn for variety.
Recipe inspiration: Swap out the pumpkin for sweet potato in these delicious veggie fritters.
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7. Mash
A sweet and filling side or a base for stews and stir fries. Mash up with rosemary, pepper and a little salt for delicious flavour.
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Throw together some sautéed kale, sweet potato and red onion into an egg frittata for an easy weeknight meal.
Recipe inspiration: This simple zucchini and sweet potato slice will keep you going during the week.
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Recipe inspiration: Try this light and delicious veggie pizza.
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Wrap up fresh little parcels of sliced veggies and vermicelli noodles in rice paper for a light, tasty feast.
Recipe inspiration: These sweet potato rice paper rolls are an easy and satisfying treat.
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Lemon and coconut bliss balls recipe
Roll up your own sweet and zesty treats.
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5 grab-and-go lunches for work
5 convenient and inspired healthy work lunch ideas.
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From fussy to foodie
How to help kids try new foods and flavours.
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4 reasons why you should reduce your sugar intake
Minimising the amount of sugar you consume has benefits beyond your weight. Here are four reasons why you should reduce sugar intake now.
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How to eat healthy food on a budget
Healthy eating shouldn’t break your budget. Some planning and preparation, plus a smart shopping list, can make a healthy diet for you and your family affordable, delicious and nutritious.
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The good mood diet
What we eat impacts gut health which has a direct link to our mental health and wellbeing. Learn about healthy gut foods and how to improve mood through diet.
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