Best 8 Caramelized Onion Sweet Potato Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exceptional caramelized onion sweet potato salad. This tantalizing dish, a symphony of flavors and textures, will take your taste buds on an unforgettable adventure.

Caramelized onions, with their natural sweetness and rich, savory undertones, provide the perfect complement to tender roasted sweet potatoes. A harmonious blend of spices, including paprika, cumin, and cayenne, adds warmth and depth to every bite. Crisp celery and fresh parsley bring a refreshing crunch and vibrancy. The secret ingredient, a zesty honey-mustard dressing, ties all the elements together, creating a salad that is both satisfying and refreshing.

This recipe is a culinary masterpiece, perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a delightful side dish for your next family gathering. With its vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and explosion of flavors, this salad is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations to cater to different dietary preferences and taste profiles. For a vegan option, simply substitute vegan mayonnaise for regular mayonnaise. If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper. For a tangy twist, try incorporating a splash of balsamic vinegar or lemon juice into the dressing.

No matter your dietary preferences or flavor inclinations, our caramelized onion sweet potato salad has something for everyone. Enjoy this culinary delight and embark on a flavor adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Baked sweet potatoes are topped with slow cooked caramelized onions and red bell peppers. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt. Use large sweet potatoes for a delicious meatless main dish.

Provided by elsaw

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fat-free sour cream
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Scrub and dry the sweet potatoes, then prick several times with a fork and place onto a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until the sweet potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and bell pepper; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 20 to 30 minutes more.
  • Split open the baked sweet potatoes and top with the onion mixture, salt, pepper, and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 128.2 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

CARAMELIZED ONION POTATO SALAD



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This is the recipe I make on a day where a little extra time isn't an issue and I'm craving comfort food. The tarragon vinegar and caramelized onions in this salad will leave you smacking your lips. You can serve this potato salad immediately, but it will taste much better after being refrigerated for several hours. Double or triple the recipe if you are making it for a large event. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, quartered and sliced
4 pounds medium red potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 8 cups)
1 tablespoon salt
DRESSING:
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup tarragon vinegar or white wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley or 4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 cup whole-grain Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onions until softened, 2-4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, place potatoes, salt and water to cover in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; place in a large bowl. Add caramelized onions. Cool slightly., Mix dressing ingredients; stir gently into potato mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until cold, about 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 399mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND BACON POTATO SALAD



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I was looking for a lower-calorie way to make my husband's favorite summer side dish, as my traditional potato salad was laden with eggs and mayo! The tzatziki dip as dressing certainly did the trick! The tarragon in the onions gives that hint of 'what is that?' to this recipe! Can be served warm or chilled.

Provided by Ellen Violet-Muir

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

30 small small potatoes, or more as needed
1 large red onion, sliced into 1/8-inch pieces
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
3 fluid ounces white wine
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
½ cup tzatziki sauce, or more to taste
5 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and cool. Cut potatoes in half.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions until softened and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Add tarragon; pour in white wine to deglaze pan. Simmer until wine evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Mix potatoes, onion, and bacon together in a large bowl. Fold tzatziki sauce, chives, salt, and black pepper into potato mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.2 calories, Carbohydrate 83.7 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

WARM CARAMELIZED ONION AND SWEET POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Warm Caramelized Onion and Sweet Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 red onions, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon orange zest, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
3 sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2 thick slices
vegetable oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook onions slowly until golden brown, about 20 minutes, stirring as needed.
  • Add mustard and vinegar and cook another 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add honey, orange zest and thyme, stir to combine.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Preheat grill pan, grill or skillet.
  • Brush the potato slices on both sides with the vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the potatoes on each side for 4 to 10 minutes or until cooked through and no longer crunchy (time depends on cooking method).
  • Place potatoes in a bowl and fold in the caramelized onion mixture.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.6, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 69, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 7.6, Protein 1.8

SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONION



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I fail to remember where this recipe first appeared but chances are it was from Canadian Living magazine. This simple dish is much richer than you would expect and pairs well with grilled meats especially lamb and pork. Since sweet potatoes are very moist, adjust the amount of sour cream or milk to your taste. I do recall that the original recipe recommended placing the sweet potatoes and onion mixture in a food processor until blended. I found this method too gluey and altered it as stated.

Provided by Highland Lass

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
3 large sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream (Carnation low fat works very well) or 1/4 cup milk (Carnation low fat works very well)
salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400º.
  • Heat olive oil in frying pan at medium heat and add onion. Sauté until rings separate. Reduce heat to medium low and continue cooking uncovered, until onions are soft and caramelized at least 30 minutes or more, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, prick whole potatoes with skins on and bake in roasting pan for 40 minutes or until soft. When cool enough to handle peel skins from potatoes and set aside.
  • When onions are soft add thyme, salt and pepper to taste and mix well. At this point you can either place the onions in a food processor and pulse until they are slightly chunky or chop with a sharp knife.
  • Heat a medium sized pot and add butter. Add the sweet potatoes and mash with a fork or potato masher. Add the sour cream or milk a little at a time then add the onion mixture. Blend with a wooden spoon until fully incorporated and adjust S & P to taste.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND SWEET POTATO SKILLET



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy these caramelized skillet onions and potatoes for an easy side dish that's ready just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon canola or soybean oil
3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and sliced (about 3 1/2 cups)
1/4 large sweet onion (Bermuda, Maui, Spanish or Walla Walla), sliced
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon jerk seasoning (dry)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook sweet potatoes and onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light brown; reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in brown sugar and jerk seasoning. Cook uncovered about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until glazed. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

BAKED SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND SHAVED PARMESAN



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Onions, caramelized with butter, sugar, and balsamic vinegar, are served over abaked sweet potato, rich in beta-carotene. The bite of a Parmesan-cheese toppingbalances the vegetables' sweetness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium sweet potatoes (8 ounces each)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
4 large yellow onions, cut in half, then into 1/2-inch-thick half-moons
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 ounces freshly shaved Parmesan cheese (about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place potatoes on a baking sheet; bake until tender, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions; cook until soft, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar, salt, and pepper; toss to coat. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are very soft and caramelized, about 1 hour more, adding water a tablespoon at a time if pan dries. Stir in vinegar. Set aside; keep warm.
  • When the potatoes are tender, split open, and top with caramelized onions and shaved Parmesan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 g, Cholesterol 13 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, Sodium 124 g

ROASTED SWEET POTATO AND ONION SALAD



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My family's love of potato salad and sweet potatoes led to this combination recipe that I serve on holidays. The maple syrup in the vinaigrette lends a pleasant hint of sweetness. -Susan Jordan, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 small sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, cut into eight wedges
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE:
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon minced chives
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh marjoram
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes, onion, oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until potatoes are tender., In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over potato mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: For this salad, it's best to use firm and brightly colored sweet potatoes. Avoid any that are soft or have blemishes.
  • Roast the sweet potatoes until tender: To ensure the sweet potatoes are cooked through, roast them at a high temperature (425°F) for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly: To achieve the perfect caramelized onions, cook them over medium-low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow them to develop a deep golden brown color and a slightly sweet flavor.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors together in this salad. Be sure to use a dressing that is flavorful and complements the other ingredients, such as a vinaigrette or a honey mustard dressing.
  • Add some crunch: To add some extra texture and crunch to the salad, you can add chopped nuts or seeds, such as almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds.

Conclusion:

This caramelized onion sweet potato salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its combination of roasted sweet potatoes, caramelized onions, and a flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting salad recipe, be sure to give this one a try!

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