Sweet Potato and Apple Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and nutritious Sweet Potato and Apple Salad, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Roasted sweet potatoes, tossed with olive oil and spices, bring a warm and caramelized sweetness, while crisp apple slices add a refreshing crunch. Layered with mixed greens, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and tangy crumbled feta cheese, this salad delivers a medley of textures and tastes in every bite. The honey-lime dressing ties it all together with a zesty, slightly sweet finish that’s irresistibly satisfying. Quick to prepare with just 40 minutes from start to finish, this nutrient-packed salad is ideal as a light lunch, wholesome side dish, or a stunning addition to your holiday spread. Keywords: roasted sweet potato salad, fresh apple salad, honey-lime dressing, healthy salad recipes, fall salad ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 large apple (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 0.5 cups dried cranberries
- 0.5 cups pecans (optional, toasted)
- 0.25 cups feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes.
Toss the sweet potato cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly browned, turning them halfway through cooking.
While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the salad base. In a large bowl, add the mixed salad greens.
Slice the apple into thin matchsticks or small cubes, leaving the skin on for added texture and color. Add the apple slices to the bowl of greens.
Add the dried cranberries, toasted pecans (if using), and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create the dressing.
Once the sweet potatoes are cooked and slightly cooled, add them to the salad.
Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to combine.
Serve immediately as a light meal or a side dish. Enjoy your Sweet Potato and Apple Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.5 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2205 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.5 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 503 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1055 mg | 22% | |
*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.
