Cajun sweet potato and meatball salad recipe

Name: Cajun sweet potato and meatball salad recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 350 g (12.3oz) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5cm chunks; 1 spray of oil; 0.75 tsp ground cumin; 0.75 tsp ground coriander; 0.75 tsp paprika; 12 chicken meatballs; 1 little gem lettuce, shredded; 2 sticks celery, very thinly sliced; 0.5 x 400g can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 7 cm chunk cucumber, very finely chopped; 1 medium chilli, finely chopped; 1 lime, zest and juice; 1 tsp honey; 1 pinch chilli flakes

Servings: persons

350 g (12.3oz) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5cm chunks
1 spray of oil
0.75 tsp ground cumin
0.75 tsp ground coriander
0.75 tsp paprika
12 chicken meatballs
1 little gem lettuce, shredded
2 sticks celery, very thinly sliced
0.5 x 400g can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
7 cm chunk cucumber, very finely chopped
1 medium chilli, finely chopped
1 lime, zest and juice
1 tsp honey
1 pinch chilli flakes

1
Heat the oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas mark 7.
2
Line a roasting tin with non-stick baking parchment.
3
Put the sweet potatoes on the tray, spray with oil and toss.
4
Roast for 10 mins.
5
Mix the spices and chilli flakes together.
6
Add the meatballs and spice mix to the tray of sweet potatoes, toss and cook for 20-25 mins until cooked through.
7
Meanwhile, toss the lettuce, celery and beans together in a bowl.
8
Divide between two plates.
9
Mix the cucumber, chilli, lime zest and juice and honey in a small bowl to make a salsa, season with freshly ground black pepper and set aside.
10
Top the salad with the potatoes and meatballs, and drizzle with salsa to serve.

865

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 350 g (12.3oz) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5cm chunks, 1 spray of oil, 0.75 tsp ground cumin, 0.75 tsp ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Cajun sweet potato and meatball salad recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun sweet potato and meatball salad recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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