Grilled Yams
Grilled Yams showcase caramelized edges and a gentle, smoky sweetness as the natural sugars glaze on the hot grates. A touch of salt and a pat of butter round out the earthy flavor, making this a simple, satisfying side for cookouts or weeknight dinners.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Yams, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy Density
- 40 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 65
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 32
- Digestive
- 36
- Inflammatory
- 14
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 2
Coat yam slices with cooking spray and season with salt.
- 3
Place the yam slices crosswise on the grate so they do not fall through. Cook until tender and glazed, 10 to 12 minutes per side. Serve with butter.
- Calories 1037.26 kcal High 52%
- Protein 7.51 g Moderate 15%
- Carbohydrate 315.02 g 115%
- Total Fat 7.7 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 2.12 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 7.85 mg Low Source 3%
- Sodium 128.13 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 3.76 g Moderate 13%
- Total Sugars 3.76 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 75.07 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 2.69 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 0.23 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.04 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 4.51 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
About This Recipe
Grilled Yams is made with 4 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Olive Oil Cooking Spray, Salt, and Yams. Each serving provides about 1037.26 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Yams made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Olive Oil Cooking Spray, Salt, Yams. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Yams?
- About 25 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1037.26 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Yams easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Grilled Yams healthy?
- Grilled Yams has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 1037.26 calories and 7.51 g of protein, or 15% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 128.13 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.12 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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