Low Sodium Sweet Potato Salad

Brighten up your table with this Low Sodium Sweet Potato Salad, a heart-healthy and flavor-packed twist on a classic side dish! Featuring tender, nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, crisp red bell pepper, crunchy celery, and zesty red onion, this salad delivers a satisfying texture and a medley of vibrant colors. Tossed in a tangy, homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and low-sodium Dijon mustard, it offers the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Finished with fresh parsley and nutty, unsalted sunflower seeds, this low-sodium salad is as wholesome as it is delicious. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for meal prep, potlucks, or a light, nutrient-dense lunch. Serve it slightly chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing dish that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 2 large celery stalks
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons unsalted sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (low sodium)
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the diced sweet potatoes. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until tender but not mushy. Drain and let cool to room temperature.

Step 3

While the sweet potatoes are cooling, chop the red bell pepper, celery, and red onion into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the parsley.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled sweet potatoes, chopped red bell pepper, celery, red onion, parsley, and sunflower seeds.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until evenly coated.

Step 7

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(917.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	902.8

Total Fat 37.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 429.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.8g
Protein 14.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261.4mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 907.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 57.5%