Sweet Potato Salad with Feta and Cranberries
Sweet Potato Salad with Feta and Cranberries is a colorful and nutritious dish that brings together the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, the creaminess of feta cheese, and the tartness of dried cranberries. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. With its vibrant hues and delightful taste, it’s sure to impress family and friends while adding a healthy touch to your meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes (about 400g), peeled and diced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (150g)
- 1 cup dried cranberries (150g)
- 1 small red onion (about 70g), finely diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (30ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss diced sweet potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Once cooled slightly, combine roasted sweet potatoes with feta cheese, cranberries, and red onion in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine without mashing the sweet potatoes.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg