Best Neighbors Sweet Potato Salad Recipes

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NEIGHBOR'S SWEET POTATO SALAD



Neighbor's Sweet Potato Salad image

Tasted at a picnic, and had to have the recipe. It turned out to be "bunch of this, glop of that," so I came up with the following ballpark measurements that seemed right - but adjust as needed! Once I got asked for the recipe too, I posted it here.

Provided by Wendy0

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 sweet potatoes (peeled, cubed, and boiled)
1/4 cup scallion (chopped)
1/3 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup red wine vinegar (approximate)
1/2 cup olive oil (approximate)
1 tablespoon spicy mustard

Steps:

  • Combine the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Stir together the last 3 for the dressing. You want almost equal amounts of vinegar and oil - but a bit more vinegar.
  • Pour dressing over salad and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.5, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 60.2, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 3

THE BEST SWEET POTATO POTATO SALAD



The Best Sweet Potato Potato Salad image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup chopped cornichons or relish
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 ribs celery, diced
Zest and juice from 1 lemon
1/2 small red onion, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together the cornichons or relish, mustard, honey, celery, lemon zest and juice and red onion. Season with salt and pepper and let sit while the potatoes cook.
  • Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by 1 inch. Season the water generously with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander, put back in the saucepan, add the vinegar and, using a rubber spatula, toss gently to combine.
  • Add the mayonnaise, chives and parsley to the celery-onion mixture and stir to combine. Add the warm potatoes to the dressing and toss. Season to taste. Garnish with extra chives and parsley.

ROASTED SWEET POTATO SALAD



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Tender sweet potatoes are tossed with crunchy nuts and chewy dried cherries for a burst of flavors and textures. -Fran Fehling, Staten Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
4-1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Bake at 400° for 30-45 minutes or until tender. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl, combine the walnuts, cherries, parsley and potatoes. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, lime zest and salt. Pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOM'S SWEET POTATO SALAD



Mom's Sweet Potato Salad image

My mother used to make this potato salad. We all liked it back then- and now my family likes it, too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1-1/4 cups mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, onion and red pepper. In a small bowl, blend remaining ingredients; add to potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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