roasted sweet potato salad

Name: Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pound(s) sweet potatoes peeled and cut in bite-size chunks; 4 tablespoon(s) olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon(s) sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon(s) teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon(s) onion powder; 1/8 teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper (optional); 1 - small red onion chopped; 1 1/2 cup(s) corn; 2 - stalks celery chopped; 1 - red bell pepper diced small; 3 - scallions chopped; ## DRESSING; 1/3 cup(s) mayonnaise; 1/3 cup(s) salsa; 1 tablespoon(s) fresh lime juice

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Beth Pierce

Ofallon, MO

Updated on Sep 7, 2023

Roasted Sweet Potato Salad is a combination of Southern hospitality taste meets flavor-packed Tex Mex. Seasoned roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy vegetables for texture, and a simple three-ingredient dressing bring it all together in perfect harmony. For an over-the-top delectable meal, serve with Balsamic Vinegar Barbecue Ribs or Dry Rub Sweet Barbecue Pork Tenderloin with a side of fried apples.

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Sweet Potato Salad is a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and a little spice! Tossed together with a creamy homemade dressing, this sweet potato salad is the perfect side dish for summer parties, potlucks, and picnics.

prep time 20 Min

cook time 35 Min

method Bake

yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut in bite-size chunks
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
1 - small red onion chopped
1 1/2 cups corn
2 - stalks celery chopped
1 - red bell pepper diced small
3 - scallions chopped
DRESSING
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup salsa
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

How To Make roasted sweet potato salad

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees

Step 2

Combine sweet potatoes, 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and crushed red pepper (if desired) in a large Ziploc style bag and shake to coat. Place on parchment covered baking and roast until fork tender; 30-35 minutes. Cool completely.
Step 3

In small bowl whisk together mayonnaise, salsa and lime juice.
Step 4

Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat and swirl to coat pan. Add chopped onion and corn to the hot skillet; flip every 2-3 minutes with a spatula. Cook 7-10 minutes or until the corn is light golden brown. Cool completely.
Step 5

In a large bowl combine sweet potatoes, corn and onions, celery, red bell peppers, and scallions. Add the salsa dressing and stir gently to combine.
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