Ayurvedic Sweet Potato Side Dish (Thanksgiving Edition)
A warm, grounding Ayurvedic sweet potato side dish made with cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and ghee. This easy, digestion-friendly recipe brings a sattvic twist to the traditional Thanksgiving table. Gentle on the belly, nourishing, and perfect for fall gatherings.
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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
Peel and chop sweet potatoes into cubes.
Steam or roast until tender.
Mash with ghee, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt.
Adjust sweetness with a touch of maple syrup if desired.
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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