Ayurvedic Sweet Potato Side Dish (Thanksgiving Edition)

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Ayurvedic Sweet Potato Side Dish for Thanksgiving (Warm + Grounding)

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A Grounding, Nourishing Ayurvedic Thanksgiving Side

Sweet potatoes are naturally grounding, warming, and perfect for Vata season — making them one of the most Ayurvedic-friendly Thanksgiving dishes. This simple recipe uses ghee and gentle holiday spices to support digestion, comfort the nervous system, and add a warming, sattvic touch to your holiday table.

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Ingredients

• 2–3 large sweet potatoes

• 1–2 tbsp ghee

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• A pinch of cardamom

• Toasted pecans (optional but delicious!)

• A sprinkle of mineral salt

• Optional: drizzle of maple syrup

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Instructions

1. Peel and chop sweet potatoes into cubes.

2. Steam or roast until tender.

3. Mash with ghee, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt.

4. Adjust sweetness with a touch of maple syrup if desired.

5. Top with toasted pecans for crunch and grounding.

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Ayurvedic Insights

• Sweet potatoes pacify Vata with their warmth, moisture, and natural sweetness.

• Ghee enhances digestion and supports ojas, especially during busy holidays.

• Cinnamon + cardamom balance blood sugar and improve Agni.

• This dish supports grounding, energy, and emotional steadiness.

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