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Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

Enjoy a delightful, healthy roasted sweet potato salad, perfect for gatherings and celebrations. This simple homemade recipe is both nutritious and flavorful, offering a colorful blend of vegetables and herbs.
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Sweet Potato Salad Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes peeled and chopped (approximately 2 lb before peeling)
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 3 tbsp oil or use cooking spray for a fat-free option
  • 1/2 tsp salt plus optional pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 can black beans or 1 1/2 cups cooked
  • Optional: 1 cup canned or cooked corn
  • 3/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped sweet potatoes and diced onions with 1 1/2 tablespoons of oil (or a light spray for a fat-free version) and the minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper as desired. Spread the mixture in a single layer across two parchment-lined baking sheets.
  • Place the baking sheets on the center rack of an oven that has not been preheated. Set the oven to 450°F and bake for 35 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender and cooked through.
  • While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the remaining ingredients in a large bowl: diced red bell pepper, black beans, corn (if using), and chopped cilantro.
  • Once the sweet potatoes are done, add them to the bowl with the other ingredients. Drizzle with lime juice and gently toss to combine. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve immediately, either warm or chilled as desired.

Notes

For a sweet twist, try using any leftover sweet potatoes in a batch of Sweet Potato Brownies!