Roasted Sweet Potato Salad (Printable)

Caramelized roasted sweet potatoes with arugula, feta, and tangy honey-lime dressing for a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.4 lbs), 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:

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

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The sweet potatoes get crispy edges and creamy centers, almost like dessert meeting dinner.
  • It comes together in under an hour and uses ingredients you probably already have.
  • The honey-lime dressing is bright enough to wake up your taste buds without overpowering anything.
  • It works as a light main or a side that actually steals the spotlight.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the baking sheet or the sweet potatoes will steam and turn mushy instead of caramelizing.
  • Let the roasted sweet potatoes cool for a few minutes before tossing with the arugula, or the greens will wilt into sad, limp ribbons.
  • Taste the dressing before you pour it, limes vary in acidity and you might need a pinch more honey or salt to balance it.
03 -
  • Cut the sweet potato cubes the same size so they roast evenly, uneven pieces mean some burn while others stay raw.
  • Taste a piece of sweet potato before you take them out of the oven, they should be tender and slightly caramelized, not just soft.
  • If the dressing tastes too sharp, let it sit for five minutes, the honey mellows out and the flavors blend together.
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