Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad
Brighten up your plate with this vibrant Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad, a perfect fusion of tropical flavors and wholesome ingredients! Tender cubes of sweet potato are tossed in a creamy, coconut milk-based dressing infused with zesty lime juice, earthy cumin, and sweet honey. Crisp red bell peppers, tangy red onions, and fresh cilantro add a medley of color and texture, while a hint of paprika and black pepper lend a subtle kick. This easy, 35-minute recipe is not only quick to prepare but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an ideal side dish for summer barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Best served chilled or at room temperature, this Caribbean favorite is as refreshing as it is satisfying, with a tropical twist that will have your taste buds dancing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 3 stalks scallions
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
Bring a pot of water to boil and add the diced sweet potatoes. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until tender but not mushy.
Drain the sweet potatoes and allow them to cool to room temperature.
While the sweet potatoes are cooling, dice the red bell pepper, finely chop the red onion, and slice the scallions. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk, lime juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth to form the dressing.
Add the cooled sweet potatoes to the bowl with the dressing and gently toss to coat.
Fold in the red bell pepper, red onion, and scallions.
Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad. Gently mix to combine.
Cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro or a squeeze of lime for extra freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
874 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1511 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.3 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 796 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
