Ingredients
– 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
– 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
– ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
– ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– ¼ cup honey
– 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– Optional: Feta cheese or avocado for garnish
Instructions
Creating the perfect Honey Sweet Potato Summer Salad requires just a few easy steps. Follow these instructions:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: On a baking sheet, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
3. Roast Sweet Potatoes: Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer and roast for 15 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized. Stir halfway through for even cooking.
4. Mix Vegetables: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the other salad ingredients. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, corn, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
5. Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, lime juice, and garlic powder until well combined.
6. Combine Ingredients: Once the sweet potatoes are done roasting and have cooled slightly, add them to the bowl of vegetables.
7. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
8. Serve: If desired, top with crumbled feta cheese or sliced avocado before serving for extra creaminess.
9. Chill (Optional): For an even more refreshing taste, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Following these steps will lead you to an incredible dish that is sure to become a go-to summer favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 4g