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Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Feta, Pecans, and Maple Vinaigrette

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This recipe creates a flavorful roasted sweet potato salad combining caramelized sweet potatoes, salty feta cheese, crunchy pecans, and a bright maple vinaigrette. It is a healthy side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups mixed greens (like arugula or spinach)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)
  • For the Maple Vinaigrette:
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the diced sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper on the prepared baking sheet. Spread them in a single layer.
  3. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
  4. While the potatoes roast, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the 1/4 cup olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until well combined.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, the slightly cooled roasted sweet potatoes, toasted pecans, and dried cranberries, if using.
  6. Drizzle the maple vinaigrette over the salad ingredients. Gently toss everything together until lightly coated.
  7. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad just before serving.

Notes

  • To toast pecans, spread them on a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often until fragrant. Watch them closely to prevent burning.
  • You can substitute goat cheese for feta cheese for a different creamy texture.
  • This salad works well for meal prep; store the dressing separately and combine just before eating to keep the greens crisp.

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