SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN SALAD

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This sweet potato salad features the southwestern flavors of jalapeno, garlic, and lime and is a great side to any Mexican meal.

Provided by bfr610

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 red onion, chopped
¼ cup olive oil, divided
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 limes, juiced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Put sweet potato and red onion in a large bowl. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the sweet potato mixture and toss to coat vegetables in oil; spread onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven, turning occasionally, until browned on the edges, 30 to 40 minutes. Let roasted vegetables cool to room temperature.
  • Puree jalapeno peppers, garlic, lime juice, and remaining olive oil in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • Transfer cooled roasted vegetables to a large bowl; add black beans and green bell pepper. Pour pureed jalapeno pepper mixture over the vegetable mixture and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper. Garnish salad with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Carbohydrate 55.5 g, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 767 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

Luyanda Mabala
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This salad is a great source of fiber and protein.


HUSSEIN ISSAH
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I'm not a big fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. It was still delicious.


Corey whyte
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Nabiha Taj
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I added some chopped avocado to this salad and it was delicious.


Ed Prevet
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before a party.


Seun Akiode
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I'm allergic to black beans, so I substituted chickpeas instead. It turned out great!


Moinuddin Ahmed
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.


Barbara Salomon
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I love the addition of corn to this salad. It adds a nice sweetness and crunch.


Terreza Scott
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


DJ Sizzaz
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I've tried many sweet potato and black bean salad recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Estifanos Birega
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaining.


Badshah ho
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This is the perfect salad for a summer barbecue.


waleed gamer
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potatoes, but this salad changed my mind. The combination of flavors is amazing.


PRINCEROY 793
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This salad is so fresh and flavorful. I love that it's packed with healthy ingredients.


Mr Aniton
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is especially delicious.


Arshavin Chetty
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of sweet potatoes, black beans, and corn. I also appreciated how easy it was to make.