Description
A comforting and nutritious side dish featuring roasted sweet potatoes combined with mixed greens, dried cranberries, and a tangy dressing. This salad offers a delightful mix of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup pecans or walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using). Spread them out evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, dried cranberries, toasted pecans or walnuts, crumbled feta cheese, and sliced red onion.
- Toss with Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve: Serve immediately as a warm salad or let it cool slightly for a more refreshing dish.
Notes
- Serving Temperature: This salad can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the roasted sweet potatoes and dressing in advance. Assemble the salad just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting and Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the salad
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg