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Vibrant Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad

Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad

  • Author: eleanor
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the rich flavors of roasted sweet potatoes, fresh kale, and crunchy pumpkin seeds, perfect for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • to taste
  • 5 cups kale leaves
  • stemmed and chopped
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas (or canned
  • rinsed and drained)
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a baking dish. Spread them out in a single layer.
  3. Roast the sweet potatoes for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
  4. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the kale by washing, stemming, and chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, cooked chickpeas, dried cranberries, and pumpkin seeds.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
  7. Once the sweet potatoes are ready, let them cool slightly before adding them to the salad mixture.
  8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. If desired, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize this salad by adding your favorite nuts or seeds for extra crunch. The dressing can also be adjusted according to your taste preferences.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 340 kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 43 g
  • Fiber: 9 g
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Cholesterol: 8 mg

Keywords: Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad, healthy salad, vegan salad, roasted vegetables, nutritious meals

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