Best 7 Kumara Salad Recipes

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**Kumara Salad: A Refreshing and Versatile Dish with Endless Recipe Options**

Kumara salad, also known as sweet potato salad, is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the natural sweetness of roasted kumara with a variety of fresh ingredients. Originating from New Zealand, this salad has become a popular side dish or light meal due to its versatility and adaptability to different flavors and textures. In this article, we present a collection of kumara salad recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and taste buds, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delightful dish. From classic mayonnaise-based salads to vegan, gluten-free, and Asian-inspired options, these recipes offer a culinary journey that showcases the diverse culinary possibilities of kumara salad.

**Recipe 1: Classic Kumara Salad with Mayonnaise Dressing**
This classic recipe embodies the traditional kumara salad experience, featuring tender roasted kumara tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing. The addition of chopped celery, onion, and apple provides a delightful crunch and a touch of sweetness, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant pop of color and flavor.

**Recipe 2: Vegan Kumara Salad with Tahini Dressing**
For those seeking a plant-based alternative, this vegan kumara salad swaps out mayonnaise for a luscious tahini dressing. The nutty flavor of tahini pairs perfectly with roasted kumara, while lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs create a tangy and aromatic dressing. Topped with roasted chickpeas for an extra boost of protein, this salad is a nutritious and satisfying meal.

**Recipe 3: Gluten-Free Kumara Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing**
Those with gluten sensitivities can indulge in this gluten-free kumara salad, featuring a zesty honey mustard dressing. The combination of honey, mustard, and apple cider vinegar creates a tangy and slightly sweet dressing that complements the roasted kumara beautifully. To enhance the texture, this recipe incorporates a mix of roasted almonds and crispy bacon, making it a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

**Recipe 4: Asian-Inspired Kumara Salad with Sesame Dressing**
This recipe takes kumara salad on an Asian adventure with a flavorful sesame dressing. The dressing, made with sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, and soy sauce, adds a savory and umami-rich element to the roasted kumara. Accompanied by shredded carrots, red cabbage, and toasted sesame seeds, this salad offers a vibrant mix of colors, textures, and Asian-inspired flavors.

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WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH ROASTED KUMARA (SWEET POTATO)



Wilted Spinach Salad With Roasted Kumara (Sweet Potato) image

My daughter made me this salad once. She said that it was from the Meal-in-a-minute TV advert but this version doesn't use any Watties products. (Not that there is anything wrong with bottled sauces but I prefer to make my own dressing) This is a nice easy recipe that makes a good side dish to some steamed fish.

Provided by RonaNZ

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 sweet potatoes (kumara)
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
130 g Baby Spinach
2 oranges
6 nasturtium petals (optional)
2 teaspoons coarse grain mustard
1/2 lemon (zest and juice)
salt
pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons dill weed

Steps:

  • Peel and cut the kumara into bite sized cubes.
  • Toss in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake in the oven for 15 minutes at 200C/400°F.
  • Mix the mustard, lemon juice, and zest for the dressing.
  • Add the olive oil a tablespoon at a time, whisking between each spoonful.
  • Add finely chopped dill.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare the oranges by peeling and then cutting just the segments off the orange so that there is none of the tough bits. Squeeze any remaining orange juice in the fibrous bits into the dressing.
  • Put the spinach is a large bowl.
  • Add the roasted kumara straight from the oven and toss through the spinach to wilt the spinach. This works best if the kumara is still really hot.
  • Add the dressing and orange segments and toss through.
  • Serve slightly warm on a large plate and decorate with nasturtium flowers.

ROAST KUMARA SALAD



Roast Kumara Salad image

Love Kumara and Sweet Potato and this sounds like a very flavoursome recipe from Recipe+ As we are not fond of coriander I would use sweet basil.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 kg kumara (peeled and chopped)
1 tablespoon fennel seed (crushed)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or olive oil)
1/4 cup vegetable oil (or olive oil extra)
1/3 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)
1/4 cup currants
1/4 cup coriander (chopped)
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200C (180c fan forced).
  • Line 2 large baking trays with baking paper and spread kumara over the prepared trays and sprinkle with the fennel seeds and then drizzle with the oil and season with sold and pepper to taste and then bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly browned and just tender and then cool on the trays.
  • Combine the kumara, pine nuts, currants and coriander in a large bowl.
  • Whisk vinegar and extra oil in a small jug and pour over kumara mixture, tossing well to coat and then serve.

POTATO AND KUMARA SALAD



Potato and Kumara Salad image

Make and share this Potato and Kumara Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 kg potato (peeled cut into 2.5cm pieces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup olive oil (extra)
1 kg kumara (peeled into 2.5cm pieces)
200 g bacon (rind removed coarsely chopped)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon mustard (wholegrain)
1 tablespoon honey
6 green onions (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup parsley (flat-leaf chopped)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200C (180C fan forced).
  • Line 2 baking trays with baking paper and place potato in a single layer on one prepared tray and drizzle with half the oil and season with salt and pepper and bake for 45 minutes or until golden and crisp and let cool.
  • Place kumara on remaining tray and drizzle with remaining oil and season with salt and pepper and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden and tender and then cool.
  • Meanwhile heat a medium frying pan over high heat and add bacon and cook and stir for 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp and drain bacon on paper towels.
  • Combine extra oil, vinegar, mustard and honey in a small crew top jar, seal and shake well to combine.
  • Place vegetables in a large bowl and add onion, bacon, half the parsley and dressing. toss gently to combine.
  • serve sprinkles with remaining parsley.

CHICKPEA AND KUMARA SALAD



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Kumara is gold sweet potato. For this recipe you could substitute a can of washed and drained chickpeas in place of the dried. If using the dried chickpeas, they do need to be soaked in water overnigh tand then cooked for about an hour

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Beans

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup dried garbanzo beans (200 grams)
1 red onion, chopped coarsely
1 red capsicum, sliced thickly (red sweet bell-pepper)
1 medium kumara, cut into1cm pieces (gold sweet potato about 400 grams)
2 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon English mustard
200 g baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • If using the dried chickpeas- they do need to be soaked overnight. Place the chickpeas in a medium sized bowl and cover them with cold water. cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Drain the chickpeas and rinse them in fresh water.
  • Preheat oven to 220°C or 200°C if using a fan-forced oven.
  • Place chickpeas in a medium saucepan of boilingwater. Return to the boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for approx one hour or until the chickpeas are tender. Drain the chickpeas.
  • Meanwhile, toss the onion, capsicum strips, kumara cubes, unpeeled garlicand 4 teaspoons of the olive oil in a shallow baking dish. Bake, uncovered for approx 30 minutes, or until the kumara is tender. Cool for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the two garlic cloves from the veges . Squeeze out the garlic into a large bowl. Discard garlic skins. Whisk in the remaining olive oil, lemon juice and mustard.
  • Add the cooked chickpeas, roasted vegetables and spinach leaves to the garlic vinaigrette. Lightly mix to combine.

KUMARA SALAD



Kumara Salad image

I love sweet potato and so healthy for a diabetic - this is a very simple recipe when you need a quick side dish.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

700 g kumara (sweet potato cut into 3 cm pieces)
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or olive oil)
1/2 cup parsley (flat leaf coarsely chopped)
2 tablespoons chives (chopped)
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 220C (200C fan forced).
  • Line a baking tray with baking paper and place kumara on prepared tray and drizzle with half the oil and bake for 20 minutes or until tender.
  • Combine kumara with remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.

ORANGE, KUMARA & TUNA SALAD (21 DAY WONDER DIET: DAY 4)



Orange, Kumara & Tuna Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 4) image

This is Day 4: Lunch, on th e21 Day Wonder Diet. You can use pumpkin instead of kumara if you like. It is best to prepare the ingredients to this salad the night before, then make the salad in th emorning for lunch. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 125g strawberries.

Provided by Sara 76

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

400 g kumara, peeled and cut into 2cm pieces
2 teaspoons orange rind, finely grated
185 g tuna in water, drained and flaked
80 g baby rocket
300 g oranges, peeled and segmented
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1/2 small red onion, sliced thinly

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan-forced.
  • Place kumara on oven tray, sprinkle with rind. Roast, uncovered, about 20 minutes. Cool.
  • Combine kumara with remaining ingredients in medium bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.3, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 38.9, Sodium 973, Carbohydrate 63.6, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 25.4, Protein 28.7

BANANA & KUMARA (SWEET POTATO) SALAD



Banana & Kumara (Sweet Potato) Salad image

Make and share this Banana & Kumara (Sweet Potato) Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jewelies

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 onion, sliced
2 medium kumara, peel and diced
6 bananas
1/2 green capsicum, slice
1/2 cup sultana
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 teaspoons curry powder

Steps:

  • Saute onion in a little butter, cool.
  • Peel and dice 2 medium kumera, cook in salted water till tender.
  • Slice 6 medium banana's.
  • Toss onion, kumera, green capsicum, saltana's and banana's together.
  • Mix dressing and pour over the top of kumera/banana mixture.

Tips:

  • Choose firm and ripe kumara (sweet potatoes) for the salad. Avoid any that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • Use a variety of colors of kumara to add visual appeal to the salad. Orange, purple, and white kumara are all good options. You can also use a mix of roasted and boiled kumara for different textures.
  • Add other vegetables and fruits to the salad to add flavor and nutrients. Good options include carrots, celery, apples, and raisins.
  • For the dressing, use a combination of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and herbs. You can also add a bit of Dijon mustard for a tangy flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Kumara salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with nutrients and can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a healthy and refreshing salad, give kumara salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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