Sweet Potato Salad
Sweet Potato Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that transforms any meal into a celebration. This recipe combines roasted sweet potatoes with crunchy veggies and zesty dressing for a delightful experience that’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or cozy dinners at home. Packed with nutrients and adaptable to various dietary needs, this salad is sure to impress your guests while being easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup nuts (like walnuts) or feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss diced sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fork-tender.
- While the sweet potatoes roast, chop the red onion and bell peppers.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Once roasted and slightly cooled, mix sweet potatoes with chopped veggies in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Fold in fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping sweet potatoes with butternut squash or adding your favorite nuts for extra crunch. To enhance flavor depth, let the salad sit for 15 minutes before serving.