How to Make Creamy Sweet Potato Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet potatoes are a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are not only nutritious, but also add a wonderful sweetness and creaminess to any recipe. One of the best ways to enjoy sweet potatoes is in a creamy sweet potato salad. This dish is perfect for a summer BBQ, a picnic in the park, or as a light and refreshing side for a weekday lunch or dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1 (12.5 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped red onion
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped pecans
  • ½ cup thinly sliced celery
  • ¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
  • 2 tablespoons light-colored honey
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 pinches cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Score washed potatoes lengthwise and place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven; place in ice water for easy peeling.
  • Peel potatoes and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • Mix potatoes, pineapple, red onion, pecans, celery, cranberries, honey, lemon juice, mayonnaise, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne together, in that order, in a medium bowl. Cover and place in the refrigerator, 8 hours, or overnight.
  • Nutrition

    357 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 332mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 508mg