SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH ORANGE-MAPLE DRESSING

Sweet Potato Salad with Orange-Maple Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

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3 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup coarsely chopped toasted pecans
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup brown raisins
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

In a large pot fitted with a steamer basket, steam the sweet potatoes in batches until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes per batch. Transfer them to a large bowl and let cool to room temperature.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, make the Orange-Maple Dressing by whisking the olive oil, maple syrup, orange juice, vinegar, ginger, nutmeg and salt.
Add the green onions, parsley, pecans and raisins to the cooled sweet potatoes. Pour the Orange-Maple Dressing over the potato mixture and toss gently to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. This salad can be made several hours ahead of time; cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.