Spiced Peanut Sweet Potato Salad (Printer View)

Roasted spiced sweet potatoes with radicchio, avocado, and a creamy peanut dressing in a colorful bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (approx. 1.1 lbs)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Salad

08 - 1 small head radicchio, cored and thinly sliced (approx. 5.3 oz)
09 - 4.2 oz baby spinach or arugula
10 - 1 large avocado, sliced
11 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
12 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 1 oz roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

→ Spiced Peanut Dressing

15 - 3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
16 - 2 tablespoons lime juice
17 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
18 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
19 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
20 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)

# Method Steps:

01 - Set oven to 400°F and prepare for roasting.
02 - In a large bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and golden brown. Let cool slightly.
04 - Whisk peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, chili flakes, and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl. Add more water to reach a pourable consistency.
05 - Combine radicchio, spinach or arugula, cucumber, and red onion in a large salad bowl.
06 - Incorporate the warm roasted sweet potatoes into the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
07 - Top with avocado slices, sprinkle chopped peanuts and optional cilantro leaves. Drizzle with peanut dressing just before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables for a wholesome meal
  • The spiced peanut dressing adds a bold, flavor-packed twist to classic salad bowls
02 -
  • Using tamari instead of soy sauce keeps the salad gluten-free
  • Sweet potatoes provide fiber and vitamin A, making the bowl especially nutritious
03 -
  • Add sliced radishes or toasted pumpkin seeds for a crunchier texture
  • Swap radicchio for red cabbage for a milder flavor and color variation
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