Best 6 Cilantro Lime Sweet Potato Salad Recipes

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## Cilantro Lime Sweet Potato Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Side Dish

Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this cilantro lime sweet potato salad is a delightful side dish that complements any main course. The tender roasted sweet potatoes, combined with the tangy lime dressing, fresh cilantro, and a hint of sweetness from honey, create a harmonious blend that tantalizes the taste buds. This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy and satisfying choice. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a potluck dish, or simply looking for a refreshing side salad, this cilantro lime sweet potato salad is sure to impress. With minimal prep time and straightforward instructions, this recipe is accessible to home cooks of all skill levels, ensuring a delicious and hassle-free culinary experience.

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ROASTED SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH BLACK BEANS AND CHILE DRESSING



Roasted Sweet Potato Salad With Black Beans and Chile Dressing image

Start with sweet potatoes, which are in season, beautiful and cheap, and roast them with red onion and olive oil. Roasting instead of boiling makes a huge difference: not only do you get a rich, smoky flavor, but the peeled exterior is toughened a bit so that the potatoes stay intact when tossed with the other ingredients. You can serve this sweet potato salad warm or at room temperature; it's great both ways.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 large onion, preferably red, chopped
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh hot chili, like jalapeño
1 clove garlic, peeled
Juice of 2 limes
2 cups cooked black beans, drained (canned are fine)
1 red or yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Put sweet potatoes and onions on a large baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil, toss to coat and spread out in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast, turning occasionally, until potatoes begin to brown on corners and are just tender inside, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from oven; keep on pan until ready to mix with dressing.
  • Put chilies in a blender or mini food processor along with garlic, lime juice, remaining olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Process until blended.
  • Put warm vegetables in a large bowl with beans and bell pepper; toss with dressing and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm or at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to a day.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 501, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 950 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

CHIPOTLE SWEET POTATO SALAD



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I love the velvety taste and texture of sweet potatoes. A friend served sweet potatoes cooked with peppers and they tasted delicious together. I took those flavors and developed them into this creamy, smoky potato salad. -Carolyn Eskew, Dayton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 7 cups)
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped seeded fresh poblano pepper
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place sweet potatoes in a parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan; cover tightly with foil. Roast until tender, 25-30 minutes. Cool. Transfer to a large bowl., Add onion, celery, poblano and jalapeno. Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle pepper, salt and pepper; pour over potato mixture and toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

VEGAN CILANTRO-LIME, SWEET POTATO, AND BLACK BEAN TACOS



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A fresh, subtle vegan take on tacos, sure to satisfy your comfort food craving!

Provided by Ryan and Marissa Clements

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 sweet potatoes, quartered lengthwise
3 ¼ tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 ¼ teaspoons cayenne pepper, divided
½ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon smoked paprika, divided
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup pumpkin seeds
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (16 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
½ tablespoon ground cumin, or to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
¾ lime, juiced, divided
6 ounces vegan sour cream
1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped, divided
1 teaspoon paprika
12 (6 inch) white corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Cut sweet potatoes into 25 to 40 smaller "French fry"-shaped pieces.
  • Place sweet potato pieces in a bowl. Coat with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until sweet potatoes are evenly coated; transfer to a large baking sheet.
  • Place pumpkin seeds into the same bowl. Add 1/4 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Spread pumpkin seeds onto a small baking sheet.
  • Place sweet potatoes and pumpkin seeds in the preheated oven. Bake pumpkin seeds for 2 minutes; remove and let cool. Bake potatoes, flipping halfway through, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add black beans, cumin, chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, a small squeeze of lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine. Cook until heated through, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Combine vegan sour cream, remaining lime juice, 2 tablespoons cilantro, regular paprika, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and salt to taste. Whisk until sour cream flavor is mostly gone and lime-cilantro taste is dominant but not overpowering.
  • Warm tortillas in pairs in the microwave, 15 to 20 seconds.
  • Place 2 spoonfuls of beans onto each pair of warmed tortillas. Add 4 sweet potato pieces, a spoonful or two of sour cream mixture, some pumpkin seeds, and some cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.6 calories, Carbohydrate 70.4 g, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 16.5 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1020.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

GRILLED SWEET POTATOES WITH LIME AND CILANTRO



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 sweet potatoes, unpeeled
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1/4 cup canola oil
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Parcook the potatoes: Place in a pot of water and boil until fork-tender; let cool. Slice each potato lengthwise into eighths.
  • Preheat a grill to medium or place a cast-iron grill pan over medium heat. Mix 1 tablespoon salt, the lime zest and cayenne in a small bowl.
  • Brush the potato wedges with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown on all sides (including the skin) and just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter; immediately season with the salt mixture and sprinkle with cilantro.

LIME CILANTRO SWEET POTATOES



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Categories     Side     Roast     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Lime     Sweet Potato/Yam     Cilantro     Gourmet     Vegan     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in lower third of oven and preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Toss sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a shallow baking pan. Arrange potatoes in 1 layer and roast, stirring halfway through roasting, until tender, about 25 minutes total. Stir together cayenne, zest, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Whisk together lime juice and remaining tablespoon oil in a medium bowl, then add potatoes. Sprinkle with cayenne mixture and cilantro, stirring gently to combine.

SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH CHILI-LIME DRESSING



Sweet Potato Salad with Chili-Lime Dressing image

Provided by Lauren Chattman

Categories     Salad     Lime     Bell Pepper     Sweet Potato/Yam     Summer     Cilantro

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 medium-size red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4 inch dice [See how on streaming video]
4 scallions, white and light green parts, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until just tender, 7 to 10 minutes (don't overcook or your salad will be mushy and falling apart.) Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, make the dressing. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add the red bell pepper and scallions to the potatoes and toss with the dressing. Season again with salt and pepper. Serve warm or refrigerate and bring to room temperature before serving.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh cilantro and lime juice.
  • If you don't have any cilantro, you can substitute parsley.
  • If you don't have any lime juice, you can use lemon juice.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this salad, such as chopped cucumber, bell pepper, or red onion.
  • If you want a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • This salad is best served chilled. You can make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This cilantro-lime sweet potato salad is a healthy and refreshing side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this one a try!

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