Description
A vibrant and nutritious Sweet Potato Pomegranate Salad featuring roasted sweet potatoes, fresh pomegranate seeds, leafy greens, and tangy feta cheese, all brought together with a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. This salad offers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and savory flavors, making it an ideal light lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds (approximately 200g)
- 4 cups baby spinach or kale (about 120g)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (approximately 75g)
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare sweet potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated, then spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast sweet potatoes: Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until they are golden brown and tender, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even roasting.
- Prepare greens: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, rinse and thoroughly dry the baby spinach or kale to remove any dirt or moisture.
- Combine salad components: In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted sweet potatoes with the greens, fresh pomegranate seeds, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Make and add dressing: Whisk together the remaining olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture, then toss gently to thoroughly combine all ingredients without bruising the greens.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately for the best texture and flavor, or chill it for later enjoyment if preferred.
Notes
- Substitute kale with baby spinach or any leafy green of your choice based on preference or availability.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are cut into evenly sized cubes for uniform roasting.
- Can be served warm or chilled according to taste.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste in both roasting and dressing.
