Boiled Yam with Vegetable Sauce

Yam boils down into something soft and slightly starchy-sweet, which makes it a good match for a sauce with a bit of bite. Here that sauce is simple — onions and garlic sautéed until fragrant, then tomatoes and turmeric simmered down until everything thickens, with a handful of spinach stirred in at the end.

The turmeric isn't just for color; it's often added to dishes like this for its anti-inflammatory properties, and it fits well within a diet built around thyroid health, alongside the light seasoning and modest amount of salt used throughout.