PECAN SWEET POTATO SALAD

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A new twist on an old favorite, this tasty, easy-to-make sweet potato salad is sure to be the talk of your gathering. -Patricia Swart, Bridgeton, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 to 7 large sweet potatoes (about 5 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 celery ribs, chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or just until tender. Drain. Transfer to a large bowl; cool to room temperature. Stir in celery and green onions., In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream. Gently stir into potato mixture. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Just before serving, sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Rao Abdulmateen
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Overall, I was not impressed with this salad.


Ew germs
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I think this salad would be better with a different type of dressing.


GHS Mianwala Jadeed
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This salad is a bit too heavy for my taste.


Rao Kashif
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I found the sweet potatoes to be a little too soft.


ponkoj chando
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The dressing is a little too sweet for my taste.


JADA Edwards
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I love the crunch of the pecans in this salad.


Waqar ahmed Khaskheli
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This salad is a great source of fiber and vitamins.


Tenkorang Essuman
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I'm not a vegetarian, but this salad made me realize that I don't need meat to have a satisfying meal.


Sempala Benson
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The leftovers from this salad are even better the next day.


Ali Gaming
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This salad is so easy to make. I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Johnny ray Clark
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I've never been a big fan of sweet potatoes, but this salad changed my mind.


Lisa Mayhew
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


Marvelous
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've served it as a side dish, main course, and even a snack.


Anjil Pandey
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The dressing is what really makes this salad special. It's tangy and sweet, with just the right amount of spice.


hassan ali fawaz
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nilisha Thapa
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of sweet potatoes, pecans, and dressing was delicious and unique.