Roasted Sweet Potato Salad (Printer View)

Caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, peppery arugula, and creamy feta tossed in tangy honey-lime dressing.

# What you'll need:

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.4 lbs), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Salad

05 - 4 cups fresh arugula
06 - 3.5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
07 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds, optional

→ Honey-Lime Dressing

09 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
11 - 1 tablespoon honey
12 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
14 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
02 - Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and tender. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
03 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
04 - In a large salad bowl, combine arugula, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, and half of the feta cheese. Drizzle with honey-lime dressing and toss gently to combine.
05 - Top with remaining feta and toasted pumpkin seeds if using. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted sweet potatoes get crispy on the outside while staying soft inside, creating a texture contrast that makes every bite interesting.
  • It comes together in less than an hour but tastes like you put in way more effort.
  • The honey-lime dressing is bright and tangy enough to balance the sweetness without overpowering anything.
  • It works as a side dish or a full meal depending on what you pair it with.
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or the sweet potatoes will steam instead of caramelize, leading to soft, pale cubes instead of crispy, golden ones.
  • Let the sweet potatoes cool for a few minutes before tossing them with the greens, or the arugula will wilt and lose its fresh, peppery bite.
  • Make the dressing right before you assemble the salad so the lime juice stays bright and the honey doesn't crystallize.
03 -
  • Use a high-quality olive oil in the dressing, its flavor really comes through and makes a noticeable difference.
  • If your sweet potatoes are watery or not browning well, pat them dry with a towel after cutting and before tossing with oil.
  • Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet for a few minutes until fragrant, it brings out a deeper, nuttier flavor.
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