Smoky Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Smoky Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds sweet potatoes; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce pureed, see notes below; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; salt; pepper; 1/3 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 2 tablespoons chives or less chopped, optional- could sub for red onions as well; corn; chopped bacon; chopped cilantro; black beans

Servings: persons

3 pounds sweet potatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce pureed, see notes below
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
salt
pepper
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons chives or less chopped, optional- could sub for red onions as well
corn
chopped bacon
chopped cilantro
black beans

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["Preheat the oven to 400 F. Meanwhile, peel and chop the sweet potatoes into 1"" cubes.", "Toss the potatoes in 2 tbsp of olive oil and spread on two baking sheets. I lined my sheets with tin foil first for an easier clean up.", "Roast for 20-30 min. Toss halfway and check on them. You want them soft and just a little roasted on the sides (if you prefer them that way).", "While they are roasting, prepare the dressing. Whisk 2 tbsp of olive oil, pureed pepper and balsamic vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste.", "Once sweet potatoes are done roasting and cooled, combine them in a large bowl with the cranberries, chopped pecans, chives and any other mix-ins you may have added. Carefully pour in the dressing a little at a time and combine the salad until it contains the right amount of dressing you'd like. I usually use all of it.", "Cover and refrigerate."]

530

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 3 pounds sweet potatoes, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce pureed, see notes below, 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Smoky Chipotle 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.

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Smoky Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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