Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
59%
Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
65 min.
6
272kcal

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Welcome to a vibrant and nutritious addition to your recipe repertoire: the Roasted Sweet Potato Salad! This delightful dish is not only a visual feast but also a powerhouse of health benefits, making it perfect for anyone seeking to enjoy a tasty yet guilt-free meal. Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian, a proud vegan, or simply looking for gluten-free delights, this salad checks all the boxes!

With creamy avocado, peppery baby arugula, and the tropical sweetness of fresh mango, each bite is a burst of flavor that dances on your palate. The roasted sweet potatoes, enhanced by a zesty Caribbean jerk seasoning, provide a warm, satisfying backdrop that is sure to please everyone at your table. Topped with fresh basil and a zesty lime dressing, this salad serves as a refreshing side dish or a light main course, making it incredibly versatile for any occasion.

Not only is this salad delicious, but it is also loaded with nutrients. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins and fiber, while avocado and olive oil bring healthy fats into the mix, promoting heart health and keeping you satiated. Best of all, this recipe can be ready in just 65 minutes, serving up to six people. Dive into this wholesome Roasted Sweet Potato Salad, and celebrate the pleasures of eating well without sacrificing flavor!

Ingredients

  •  avocado halved thinly sliced
  • oz baby arugula 
  • 0.5 cup torn basil fresh
  • tablespoon caribbean jerk seasoning 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  •  mangos diced peeled
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 0.5  bell pepper red sliced
  • 0.5 small onion red sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 24 oz steam-in-bag petite sweet potatoes fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; toss with jerk seasoning and 1 Tbsp. oil. Arrange, cut sides down, in a single layer on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  3. Bake 15 minutes; turn and bake 8 to 10 minutes or until tender. Cool on a wire rack 20 minutes.
  4. Whisk together lime juice, salt, and remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in a large bowl.
  5. Add arugula and next 5 ingredients, and toss to coat. Arrange on a platter; top with potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories272kcal
Protein5.32%
Fat46.71%
Carbs47.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.79
Glycemic Load
14.38
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.584347704183%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.59mg
Epicatechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
1.48mg
Kaempferol
8.33mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
3.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:271.95kcal
13.6%
Fat:14.85g
22.84%
Saturated Fat:2.12g
13.24%
Carbohydrates:34.3g
11.43%
Net Carbohydrates:26.84g
9.76%
Sugar:11.16g
12.4%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:191.33mg
8.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.81g
7.61%
Vitamin A:17884.61IU
357.69%
Vitamin K:52.16µg
49.67%
Vitamin C:37.41mg
45.35%
Fiber:7.46g
29.83%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.37%
Vitamin E:3.44mg
22.92%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.71%
Potassium:761.93mg
21.77%
Folate:85.9µg
21.47%
Vitamin B5:1.61mg
16.09%
Copper:0.32mg
15.94%
Magnesium:58.39mg
14.6%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.11%
Phosphorus:98.89mg
9.89%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.72%
Iron:1.69mg
9.39%
Calcium:91.23mg
9.12%
Vitamin B3:1.8mg
9.02%
Zinc:0.81mg
5.43%
Selenium:1.43µg
2.04%
Source:My Recipes