Roasted Sweet Potato with Lime (Printable)
Caramelized sweet potatoes meet zesty lime dressing with fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and optional toppings for a colorful wholesome dish.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 small red onion, sliced thin
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 cups baby spinach leaves
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dressing
06 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
07 - Zest and juice of 2 limes
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Additions
12 - 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
13 - 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
# How To Cook:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning once, until golden and tender. Set aside to cool slightly.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lime zest and juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
05 - Add roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, bell pepper, spinach, and cilantro to the bowl. Toss gently to combine and coat with dressing.
06 - Transfer salad to a serving platter. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and toasted pumpkin seeds, if using. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The way the roasted sweet potatoes get all sweet and creamy on the inside while developing this incredible crispy edge
- That lime dressing cuts through everything so perfectly you might want to put it on everything else you make
02 -
- Do not skip the zest because that is where all the fragrant lime oil lives and it makes a huge difference
- The sweet potatoes need to cool for just a few minutes so they do not wilt the spinach into complete mush
03 -
- Crowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to get steamed soggy sweet potatoes instead of roasted ones
- Taste the dressing before adding it because lime acidity varies and you might need more honey