Description
Brighten your plate with this Roasted Sweet Potato and Avocado Salad, a perfect blend of sweetness and creaminess that elevates any meal. Tender roasted sweet potatoes are paired with creamy avocados, crisp mixed greens, and a zesty lime dressing, creating a vibrant dish packed with flavor and essential nutrients. Ideal for summer barbecues, light lunches, or even as a side at formal dinners, this salad is versatile enough to please any palate. Enjoy it as is or customize it with your favorite toppings for added crunch and protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
- 1 large avocado, cubed
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and optional cumin. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and lightly browned; let cool slightly.
- In a salad bowl, combine mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- Whisk together lime juice and honey (or maple syrup) in a small bowl; drizzle over the salad and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg