ASIAN SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH CUCUMBERS, DATES AND ARUGULA

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Asian Sweet Potato Salad with Cucumbers, Dates and Arugula image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
Kosher salt
1/2 cup grated carrot
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons mirin rice wine
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups lightly packed Israeli arugula
1/2 hothouse cucumber, finely sliced
1 cup fresh picked cilantro leaves
1 cup dates, pitted and cut in 1/2
2 cups crispy wonton strips
1 lemon, juiced
Olive oil
Splash soy sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Begin by peeling and dicing sweet potatoes. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the potatoes, reduce heat and cook until just tender but still have a little bite. Drain and place in a bowl to cool.
  • Combine the dressing ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Once potatoes are cool toss with dressing and set aside on salad platter.
  • Combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl and dress with lemon juice, olive oil, to taste, a splash of soy sauce, and a little salt and pepper. Toss well and place on top of the sweet potatoes to serve as a complete salad.

Aliza Kitty
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Pheonix
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Hafuruchi Sylvanus
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I'm allergic to dates, so I substituted raisins instead. It was still delicious!


Areej Jabeen
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I also added some chopped nuts for extra crunch.


Katrina Brown
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad for a heartier meal. It was delicious!


Sadik Buçaj
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I'm not a big fan of arugula, so I substituted spinach instead. It was still delicious!


Rafin Resshan
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. It's a great way to impress your friends and family.


KF ABIR
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I love the combination of sweet potatoes and dates in this salad. It's a unique and delicious combination.


josie
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Dildar Azeemi
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I made this salad for my weekly meal prep and it was a huge hit! It's so easy to make and it keeps well in the fridge.


Yaasmiin Ahmed nuur
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This salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion. It's also a great main course for a light lunch or dinner.


Vuyani Quma
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I love that this salad is made with all healthy ingredients. It's a great way to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor.


Nhlanhla Ngubane
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great source of fiber.


Nessa Vasquez
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I loved this salad! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing.


TP Comady
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Anthony Taylor
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.


Gail Smith
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


Mjay Galant
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the crunch of the cucumbers and the sweetness of the dates.


Jade Zamudio
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet potatoes, cucumbers, dates, and arugula was unique and delicious. I especially loved the dressing, which was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.