Nutty Sweet Potato Salad

Brighten up your table with this Nutty Sweet Potato Salad, a vibrant and wholesome dish that effortlessly combines roasted sweet potatoes with the crunch of walnuts and almond slices, the tangy sweetness of dried cranberries, and the creamy richness of feta cheese. Tossed with fresh baby spinach and thinly sliced red onion, this salad is elevated by a drizzle of homemade balsamic-honey Dijon dressing, adding just the right balance of sweet and tangy. Perfect as a satisfying main or a flavorful side, this hearty salad comes together in under 50 minutes and serves four. Packed with textures, rich flavors, and nutrient-dense ingredients, this sweet potato salad is a must-try recipe for healthy meal enthusiasts and those looking for a fresh, crowd-pleasing dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup walnuts
• 0.5 cup almond slices
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the sweet potato cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Step 5

While the sweet potatoes are roasting, thinly slice the red onion.

Step 6

In a large serving bowl, combine the baby spinach, sliced red onion, roasted sweet potatoes, walnuts, almond slices, dried cranberries, and feta cheese.

Step 7

Prepare the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a main dish or a side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1012.1 grams (1012.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1802

Total Fat 98.40g	126%
Saturated Fat 20.20g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 32.70g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 3746mg	163%
Total Carbohydrate 204.10g	74%
Dietary Fiber 28.80g	103%
Total Sugars 96.90g
Protein 31.60g	63%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 738mg	57%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 540mg	11%

*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: 48.4%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 44.7%