AIP Friendly Apple-Sage Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Sweet, earthy, and fragrant with fresh herbs, this mashed side dish is the kind of comfort food that feels indulgent without compromising a single thing. The natural sweetness of Honeycrisp or Fuji apple gets coaxed out in a skillet with coconut oil until lightly golden, then folded into silky mashed sweet potatoes for a depth of flavor that goes way beyond a basic side. Full-fat coconut milk and coconut oil replace the butter and cream you'd find in a conventional mash, keeping everything completely dairy-free and grain-free while still delivering that rich, velvety texture. Fresh sage, Ceylon cinnamon, and ground ginger bring warmth and complexity — and every single ingredient here is AIP-compliant, so there's no need to audit the recipe or make substitutions. It comes together in about 30 minutes and serves four, making it an easy weeknight addition or a standout dish at a holiday table. The sautéed apple pieces folded throughout give little pockets of sweetness in every bite, which makes this feel far more special than the effort required.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 medium apple (such as honeycrisp or fuji), peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh sage leaves, whole, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the sweet potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook until the sweet potatoes are completely tender and a fork slides through without resistance, about 18–20 minutes.
- 2
While the sweet potatoes cook, heat 1 tbsp of the coconut oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the diced apple and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden at the edges, about 6–8 minutes. Add the chopped sage and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Remove from heat.
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