3.98 94 Published Jun 12, 2020, Updated Nov 11, 2024 While I certainly enjoyed all of those salads as a kid, it never hurts to upgrade a bit. So that’s what I’ve done here. This sweet potato salad is a remake of traditional potato salad, but this version is packed with veggies (spinach, red onion and avocado), has some dried cranberries for some sweetness and there’s no real dressing — just lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, which makes for a sweet and zesty salad. Prep the salad base – In a large bowl, combine chopped spinach, red onion, dried cranberries, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice. Combine ingredients – Add the cooled sweet potatoes to the bowl, then gently mix in the avocado, sea salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle on hemp seeds if desired. Serve and store – Enjoy immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Dinner side – It’s perfect with comforting mains like maple glazed salmon, air fryer turkey breast, or my apple cider vinegar chicken. This salad brings a fresh, flavorful balance to these hearty dishes. Holiday spread – Add it to your holiday table for a splash of color and flavor! It pairs beautifully with classics like lentil loaf, healthy green bean casserole, healthy sweet potato casserole and easy pecan pie for a festive spread. BBQs and potlucks – Try it with grilled shrimp skewers, or grilled chicken kabobs for a crowd-pleasing spread everyone will love. With soup and bread – For a cozy meal, pair this salad with a warm bowl of mushroom barley soup, broccoli cheddar soup, or turkey soup, along with a slice of crusty sourdough bread for a filling, flavorful combination. Light lunch – Enjoy it on its own for a refreshing lunch, or add a side of creamy hummus or a handful of almond flour crackers to round out the meal.
After roasting, let the sweet potatoes cool and store in the fridge until you’re ready to make the salad. The avocado is best added just before serving, but leftovers of the salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The avocado might turn a little brown so not the prettiest for serving to guests, but it will still taste good!
More Side Salads You’ll Love
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Be sure to check out all my side dish recipes as well as my full collection of salad recipes.
