Sweet Potato Apple Salad Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Apple Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 medium sweet potatoes; 1/4 c. orange juice; 1 Tbsp. cider or white wine vinegar; 1 Tbsp. finely chopped onion; 1 tsp. grated orange peel; 2 medium tart apples, chopped; 1/2 c. olive or vegetable oil; 1 Tbsp. sugar; 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 tsp. poppy seeds; 1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel; 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

6 medium sweet potatoes
1/4 c. orange juice
1 Tbsp. cider or white wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
1 tsp. grated orange peel
2 medium tart apples, chopped
1/2 c. olive or vegetable oil
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tsp. poppy seeds
1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
2 green onions, thinly sliced

1
In a large saucepan, cook sweet potatoes in boiling water until just tender, about 20 minutes.
2
Cool completely.
3
Meanwhile, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the next nine ingredients; shake well.
4
Peel potatoes; cut in half lengthwise, then into 1/2-inch slices.
5
In a 4-quart bowl, layer a fourth of the sweet potatoes, apples and onions; drizzle with a fourth of the salad dressing.
6
Repeat layers three times.
7
Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
8
Toss before serving.
9
8 to 10 servings.

436

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 6 medium sweet potatoes, 1/4 c. orange juice, 1 Tbsp. cider or white wine vinegar, 1 Tbsp. finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Apple 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!

Sweet Potato Apple Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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