Southern Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Southern Sweet Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1 c. mayonnaise; 2 Tbsp. orange juice; 1 Tbsp. honey; 1 tsp. grated orange peel; 1/2 tsp. ground ginger; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg; 1 c. sliced celery; 1/3 c. chopped dates; 1/2 c. chopped pecans; lettuce leaves; 1 c. mandarin oranges, drained (11 oz.)

Servings: persons

2 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 c. mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. orange juice
1 Tbsp. honey
1 tsp. grated orange peel
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
1 c. sliced celery
1/3 c. chopped dates
1/2 c. chopped pecans
lettuce leaves
1 c. mandarin oranges, drained (11 oz.)

1
In a medium saucepan, cook sweet potatoes in boiling, salted water just until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes (do not overcook). Drain; toss with the lemon juice.
2
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, orange juice, honey, orange peel, ginger, salt and nutmeg.
3
Add the warm potatoes, celery and dates.
4
Toss to coat well.
5
Cover and chill.
6
Before serving, gently stir in the pecans.
7
Spoon salad onto a lettuce-lined platter.
8
Arrange oranges around salad.
9
6 to 8 servings.

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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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 c. mayonnaise, 2 Tbsp. orange juice, and more.

Yes, Southern 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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Southern Sweet Potato Salad

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