Kale Sweet Potato Salad
A vibrant, nutrient-packed salad featuring roasted sweet potatoes, hearty kale, and tangy cranberries, creating a delightful flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Kale
- Sweet Potatoes
- Dried Cranberries
- Olive Oil
- Maple Syrup
- Lemon Juice
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional Toppings: Feta Cheese or Goat Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Roast for about 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Wash the kale leaves thoroughly and remove the stems.
- Toss the kale leaves with olive oil and salt, and massage until tender.
- Add the roasted sweet potatoes and cranberries to the kale and mix.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, and maple syrup, and drizzle over the salad.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and add optional toppings.
Notes
Consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein. Can be made ahead by roasting sweet potatoes early.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: salad, kale, sweet potato, healthy, vegetarian, roasted vegetables