I love a good salad, especially when it features the wonderful taste of sweet potatoes. These humble root vegetables are so versatile and bring a natural sweetness and hearty texture to any meal. Today, I’m sharing two of my favorite sweet potato salad recipes that are perfect for any time of year.
Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a flavorful side dish, these sweet potato recipes are easy to make and full of good ingredients. You’ll find simple instructions and helpful tips to make them perfectly every time.
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Roasted Sweet Potato And Avocado Salad
This salad brings together sweet roasted potatoes with creamy avocado. It’s a great light meal or a flavorful side dish.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Your Salad
- Sweet Potatoes: Roasting them brings out their natural sweetness. Cut them into even pieces so they cook at the same rate.
- Avocado: Make sure your avocado is ripe but still firm. Add it right before serving to keep it fresh and green.
What You Need for this Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or your choice)
- Olive oil, for roasting and dressing
- Lemon juice, for dressing
- Salt and black pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 35 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make Your Avocado and Sweet Potato Salad
Step 1: Roast Sweet Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the diced sweet potatoes with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and slightly browned. Let them cool a bit before the next step.
Step 2: Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the cooled roasted sweet potatoes, diced avocado, red onion, and mixed greens. Drizzle with lemon juice and a little more olive oil if needed. Gently toss everything together and serve right away for the best taste.
📝 Final Note
If you’re making this ahead of time, keep the avocado separate and add it just before you eat to prevent it from browning.
Sweet Potato And Feta Salad
This salad combines soft sweet potatoes with tangy feta cheese. It’s a simple, vibrant dish perfect for lunch or a side.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Your Sweet Potato Feta Salad
- Feta Cheese: Use block feta and crumble it yourself for the best texture and taste. The saltiness really balances the sweet potato well.
- Herbs: Fresh parsley or cilantro can really brighten this salad. Add them right before serving for maximum flavor.
What You Need for this Feta Sweet Potato Salad
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 3-4 servings
How to Make Your Sweet Potato and Feta Salad
Step 1: Cook Sweet Potatoes
Steam or boil the sweet potato cubes until they are tender but still hold their shape, about 8-10 minutes. You can also roast them at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes if you prefer. Drain them well and let them cool a little before mixing.
Step 2: Mix the Salad
In a large bowl, gently combine the cooled sweet potatoes, crumbled feta, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything. Serve warm or at room temperature.
📝 Final Note
This salad tastes even better after chilling for an hour, allowing all the flavors to mix together more deeply.
