Roasted Sweet Potato Salad (Printable View)
Hearty salad combining roasted sweet potatoes, fresh greens, creamy feta, and zesty dressing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale)
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 avocado, sliced
→ Cheese & Nuts
06 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
07 - 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ For Roasting
14 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
15 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
16 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
17 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
18 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss the sweet potato cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and tender. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
05 - In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, roasted sweet potatoes, thinly sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced avocado. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
06 - Sprinkle crumbled feta and toasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts over the salad just before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The caramelized sweet potatoes add a touch of natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with crisp greens, making it feel like a secret flavor boost just for you
- The creamy feta and zesty dressing turn a simple salad into a crowd favorite that’s easy to whip up any night of the week
02 -
- Roasting sweet potatoes at a high temperature is key to caramelizing their natural sugars without drying them out
- Waiting for the roasted potatoes to cool slightly before tossing keeps the greens from wilting prematurely
03 -
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet or the sweet potatoes will steam rather than roast crispy
- Using fresh spices for the roasting mix makes all the difference in flavor intensity