Marinated Sweet Potato Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this Marinated Sweet Potato Salad—a vibrant and wholesome recipe that's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a hearty side dish. Tender cubes of sweet potato are tossed in a tangy-sweet marinade made with extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Crisp red bell peppers, celery, and red onion add a satisfying crunch, while fresh parsley and pumpkin seeds lend a burst of freshness and texture. Ready in under 40 minutes, this salad can be served chilled or at room temperature, making it as versatile as it is delicious. A true crowd-pleaser that's as nutrient-packed as it is easy to prepare!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 2 celery stalks
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the sweet potato cubes and cook for 10–12 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not mushy. Drain and let them cool to room temperature.

Step 3

While the sweet potatoes are cooking, prepare the marinade. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion, dice the red bell pepper, and chop the celery into small pieces. Roughly chop the fresh parsley.

Step 5

Once the sweet potatoes have cooled, place them in a large bowl. Add the red onion, bell pepper, celery, and parsley.

Step 6

Pour the marinade over the sweet potato mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly. Be careful not to mash the sweet potatoes.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Before serving, sprinkle the salad with pumpkin seeds for added crunch. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	761 grams (761.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941

Total Fat 53.10g	68%
Saturated Fat 7.70g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1689mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 110.30g	40%
Dietary Fiber 17.20g	61%
Total Sugars 42.30g
Protein 13.60g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193mg	15%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 803mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.1%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 45.3%