Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes or 2 large yams; 1 (8 ounce) can corn, well drained; ¼ cup red onion, coarsely chopped; ¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice; 3 tablespoons prepared mustard, Dijon is best; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; ½ teaspoon grated gingerroot; ¼ cup olive oil; salt and pepper; 1 cup cucumber, pieces* peeled and 1/2-inch diced; ½ cup peanuts, coarsely chopped peanuts**

Servings: persons

2 large sweet potatoes or 2 large yams
1 (8 ounce) can corn, well drained
¼ cup red onion, coarsely chopped
¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons prepared mustard, Dijon is best
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
½ teaspoon grated gingerroot
¼ cup olive oil
salt and pepper
1 cup cucumber, pieces* peeled and 1/2-inch diced
½ cup peanuts, coarsely chopped peanuts**

1
Steam the sweet potatoes in the microwave until cooked, but still slightly firm.
2
You can steam them in the shell, wrapped in plastic wrap).
3
Let cool and then peel and cube into 3/4-inch pieces.Add the corn and onion.
4
For the dressing:.
5
Mix the lime juice, mustard, brown sugar, garlic ginger, and olive oil.
6
Toss the veretables in the dressing.
7
Salt and pepper,to taste.
8
Just before serving, add the cucumber and peanuts, if using.
9
*optional.
10
**optional.

408

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large sweet potatoes or 2 large yams, 1 (8 ounce) can corn, well drained, ¼ cup red onion, coarsely chopped, ¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad 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!

Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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