Description
This Sweet Potato Ribbon Salad is a vibrant dish featuring thinly sliced sweet potatoes and a zesty honey mustard dressing. It’s a delightful combination of flavors and textures that makes for a perfect quick meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Salad:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (approximately 1 pound)
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup arugula or spinach
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (such as parsley or cilantro)
- For the Honey Mustard Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Begin by washing the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water. Peel them using a vegetable peeler, then use a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create long ribbons. Aim for about 4 cups of ribbons. Set aside.
- Next, prepare the cucumber. Wash it and slice it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, then slice it into thin half-moons. This helps reduce excess moisture in the salad.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato ribbons, cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, arugula or spinach, and thinly sliced red onion. Toss gently with your hands to mix the ingredients without breaking the ribbons. Aim for a colorful mix that excites the eyes.
- Now let’s make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil until smooth and well-combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. The dressing should be creamy and slightly thick.
- Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad mixture. Toss again gently to ensure all the ingredients are coated evenly. Avoid over-mixing, as this can break up the sweet potato ribbons.
- If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and pumpkin seeds on top. These add a delightful crunch and a creamy element that complements the salad beautifully.
- Finally, garnish your salad with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for an extra pop of flavor and color. Serve immediately for the best texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: One common mistake is overcooking the sweet potato ribbons. You want them to be tender yet firm, so if you're cooking them, monitor closely; they should take about 5-7 minutes.