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Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette

A vibrant bowl of sweet potato salad featuring roasted orange sweet potato cubes, dark green kale, pecans, and dried cranberries.
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Make this roasted sweet potato salad featuring kale and dried cranberries. It uses a tangy Dijon vinaigrette and is suitable for fall gatherings or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for roasting)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Vinaigrette:
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  2. Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast the sweet potatoes for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  4. While the potatoes roast, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and minced shallot. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, roasted sweet potatoes, dried cranberries, and toasted nuts.
  6. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients. Toss everything gently until the kale is lightly coated and the ingredients are mixed well.
  7. Serve the salad immediately while the potatoes are still warm, or chill it for later.

Notes

  • You can massage the kale with a teaspoon of olive oil for 1 minute before adding other ingredients to soften the leaves.
  • This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it good for make ahead salad preparation.
  • For a paleo sweet potato salad, use honey instead of maple syrup in the dressing.

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