Lemon Basil Yam Fries

Yams are often confused with sweet potatoes, but they are actually different root vegetables. Yams have a rough, bark-like skin and are starchier than sweet potatoes.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Lemon Basil Yam Fries

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Yam
• 2 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Peel the yam and cut it into long, thin fries.
3. In a large bowl, toss the yam fries with olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
4. Spread the yam fries in a single layer on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the fries are crispy and golden brown.
6. While the fries are baking, chop the fresh basil leaves.
7. Remove the fries from the oven and sprinkle them with the chopped basil.
8. Serve the lemon basil yam fries hot as a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 3g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.