Description
Honey Sweet Potato Summer Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This salad combines the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with crunchy fresh veggies, creating a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Tossed in a light honey and lemon dressing, it’s a refreshing addition to any picnic or family gathering. Easy to prepare, this salad will impress your guests while providing a healthy option that doesn’t compromise on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 3 tbsp honey
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- While roasting, chop red onion and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes with chopped veggies and spinach. Add feta if desired.
- Drizzle honey and lemon juice over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 278mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg