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Flavorful Sweet Potato Salad

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This flavorful sweet potato salad combines roasted sweet potatoes, creamy tahini dressing, crisp arugula, and fresh toppings. It’s a perfect side or light main dish—versatile, wholesome, and full of textures and vibrant flavors.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 roasted sweet potatoes

  • 1 batch tahini dressing

  • 4 cups fresh arugula

  • 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled

  • 1 sliced avocado

  • Lemon wedge for squeezing

  • 3 tablespoons roasted pumpkin seeds

  • Pinch of sea salt

  • Fresh ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with a bit of olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.

  • Prepare the tahini dressing by whisking together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup (optional), minced garlic, and water until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  • Slice the avocado and crumble the feta cheese.

  • In a large bowl, combine the arugula with roasted sweet potatoes.

  • Add the avocado slices, crumbled feta, and pumpkin seeds.

  • Drizzle the tahini dressing evenly over the salad.

  • Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top and season with an extra pinch of salt and pepper.

  • Toss gently and serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, omit the feta or use a vegan alternative.

  • You can swap arugula with baby spinach or mixed greens.

  • Prepare components ahead of time and assemble just before serving.

  • Author: Mohamed
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes