Tropical Sweet Potato Salad
Transport your taste buds to a sunny paradise with this vibrant and refreshing Tropical Sweet Potato Salad! Combining tender, perfectly cooked sweet potatoes with juicy pineapple chunks, luscious mango, and a colorful medley of red bell pepper and onion, this dish is a tropical twist on a classic. Tossed in a zesty lime-honey dressing and finished with fresh cilantro, it’s a harmony of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. For an extra touch of island charm, sprinkle it with toasted coconut flakes before serving. Perfect as a side dish for summer barbecues, potlucks, or light lunches, this chilled sweet potato salad is easy to make in just 40 minutes and bursting with bold, wholesome ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1.5 cups pineapple chunks
- 1 large mango, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 small red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup toasted coconut flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the sweet potato cubes, and cook for 10-12 minutes until just tender but not mushy. Drain and let cool completely.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled sweet potatoes, pineapple chunks, diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the sweet potato mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 6
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Before serving, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top for added tropical flair (optional).
Step 8
Serve chilled and enjoy your Tropical Sweet Potato Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 889.6 grams (889.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 878 |
| Total Fat 48.40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat 20.80g | 104% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1218mg | 53% |
| Total Carbohydrate 116.80g | 42% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.90g | 60% |
| Total Sugars 86.90g | |
| Protein 8.80g | 18% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 125mg | 10% |
| Iron 4mg | 22% |
| Potassium 1344mg | 29% |
Source of Calories