Sugar and Spice Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Sweet, smoky, and irresistibly spiced, the Sugar and Spice Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad is a bold twist on traditional potato salad. Featuring tender roasted sweet potatoes seasoned with chipotle powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, and a hint of cinnamon, this dish delivers a delicious balance of heat and sweetness. Tossed with zesty lime juice, maple syrup, fresh cilantro, crunchy toasted pepitas, and crisp red onion, every bite bursts with vibrant flavors and textures. Perfect as a side dish for barbecues or a hearty addition to your weekly meal prep, this salad is both versatile and easy to prepare in under 45 minutes. Gluten-free and naturally sweetened, it’s a crowd-pleasing recipe that brings a spicy-sweet flair to any table!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons chipotle powder
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 0.25 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Place the cubes in a large mixing bowl.

3. Drizzle the sweet potato cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with chipotle powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated.

4. Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

5. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, dice the red onion finely and roughly chop the fresh cilantro.

6. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lime juice, and maple syrup to create the dressing.

7. Once the sweet potatoes are done, transfer them to a large serving bowl. Add the diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and toasted pepitas.

8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring the flavors are evenly distributed.

9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your Sugar and Spice Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (196.6g)

Calories		292
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.6 g	17%
	Saturated Fat	2.2 g	11%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		561 mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate		41.5 g	15%
	Dietary Fiber	5.5 g	20%
	Total Sugars	16.7 g
Protein		4.1 g	8%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		65 mg	5%
Iron		2.0 mg	11%
Potassium		156 mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 488 cal (40.1%%)

Protein: 67 cal (5.5%%)

Carbs: 662 cal (54.4%%)