Molokai Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Molokai Sweet Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice; 2 cups peeled and 1/2-inch dice pineapple; 3/4 cup chopped Maui onion; 3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1 large egg; 4 teaspoons fresh pineapple juice, or lime juice; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice
2 cups peeled and 1/2-inch dice pineapple
3/4 cup chopped Maui onion
3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 large egg
4 teaspoons fresh pineapple juice, or lime juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1
In a medium pot, cover the potatoes with salted water and bring to a boil.
2
Cook until just fork-tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
3
Drain and refresh under cold running water.
4
When cool, combine the potatoes, pineapple, onion, and bell pepper in a large bowl.
5
In the bowl of a blender, combine the egg and lime juice.
6
With the machine running on high speed, add the vegetable oil in a slow, steady stream.
7
When all the oil has been added and the mixture is thickened, add the soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, salt, and cayenne, and process 30 seconds to combine.
8
Pour the mayonnaise over the potato mixture and toss well to combine.
9
Add the cilantro and toss again.
10
Cover tightly and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to marry.

630

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Carbs

Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch dice, 2 cups peeled and 1/2-inch dice pineapple, 3/4 cup chopped Maui onion, 3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Molokai 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!

Molokai Sweet Potato Salad

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