Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Roasted Sweet Potato Salad is the perfect blend of hearty and fresh. Featuring tender, caramelized sweet potato cubes, crisp mixed greens, tangy feta cheese, crunchy pumpkin seeds, and a zingy homemade balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is a satisfying balance of sweet and savory. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s ideal as both a crowd-pleasing side dish or a light, nutritious main course. Finished with thinly sliced red onion for a sharp bite and a hint of garlic in the dressing, this salad offers layers of texture and flavor in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or stands alone as a vegetarian delight. Don’t miss this irresistible combination of roasted perfection and fresh greens!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds
• 0.5 small red onion
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Place the sweet potato cubes on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, then toss to combine.

Step 4

Spread the sweet potatoes into a single layer and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 5

While the sweet potatoes are roasting, thinly slice the red onion and set it aside.

Step 6

Prepare the dressing by whisking together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion slices, crumbled feta cheese, and pumpkin seeds.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Roasted Sweet Potato Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(862.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1158.6

Total Fat 63.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 3656.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 44.3g
Protein 31.9g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 625.8mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 1100.0mg	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: 48.1%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 41.2%