Best Half Red Half Sweet Potato Salad Recipes

RED AND SWEET POTATO SALAD

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Two types of potatoes help this creamy side dish stand out at warm weather get-togethers. People love the spicy mustard dressing. -Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 pounds red potatoes (about 7 medium), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Place red potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; place in a large bowl. Repeat with sweet potatoes; add to red potatoes., Whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper; toss with potatoes. Cool slightly., In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and milk; stir in celery, onion and parsley. Stir gently into potato mixture. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOM'S SWEET POTATO SALAD

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My mother used to make this potato salad. We all liked it back then- and now my family likes it, too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 pounds sweet potatoes, cooked, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1-1/4 cups mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, onion and red pepper. In a small bowl, blend remaining ingredients; add to potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

RED-LEAF SALAD WITH ROASTED SWEET POTATOES

Red-Leaf Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes image

Caramelized sweet potatoes and red onion pair well with green beans and walnuts. Heads of lettuce cost less than bagged pre-prepped varieties -- they have better flavor, too.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 medium red onion, quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed
1/3 cup walnuts
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, crushed through a garlic press
1 head (10 ounces) red-leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss together sweet potatoes, onion, and oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast until sweet potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
Add green beans and walnuts to sheet; toss. Roast until green beans are tender, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, vinegar, and garlic; season dressing with salt and pepper. Top lettuce with roasted vegetable mixture; drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8 g