Roasted Sweet Potato Salad (Print Version)

Caramelized sweet potatoes, peppery arugula, and creamy feta tossed in a tangy honey-lime dressing. Light, colorful, and naturally vegetarian.

# What You'll Need:

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Salad

05 - 4 cups fresh arugula
06 - 3.5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
07 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds, optional

→ Honey-Lime Dressing

09 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
11 - 1 tablespoon honey
12 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
14 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and tender. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
04 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
05 - In a large salad bowl, combine arugula, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, and half of the feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
06 - Top with remaining feta and toasted pumpkin seeds if using. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted sweet potatoes get crispy edges while staying creamy inside, giving you two textures in one bite.
  • It tastes indulgent with the salty feta and sweet honey dressing, but you're actually eating a salad full of good things.
  • You can serve it warm, room temperature, or even slightly chilled, so timing isn't stressful.
  • It looks vibrant and colorful on the table without requiring any fancy plating skills.
02 -
  • If you crowd the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet, they'll steam and turn mushy instead of getting those crispy, caramelized edges.
  • Add the dressing just before serving or the arugula will wilt and get soggy, turning your fresh salad into a sad pile of greens.
  • Let the sweet potatoes cool for a few minutes after roasting so they don't wilt the arugula the second they touch it.
03 -
  • Roast extra sweet potatoes and keep them in the fridge, they're perfect for quick salads, grain bowls, or snacking throughout the week.
  • If your arugula is especially peppery, rinse it under cold water and spin it dry to mellow the bite without losing the flavor.
  • Toss the salad with your hands instead of tongs for better control and a more even coating of dressing without bruising the greens.
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