Maple Sweet Potato Salad with Whipped Tahini Recipe
This Maple Sweet Potato Salad with Whipped Tahini is a delightful and nutritious dish featuring roasted sweet potatoes drizzled with a creamy, slightly sweet tahini sauce enhanced with maple syrup and fresh lemon juice. Perfect as a side or light meal, this salad balances savory, sweet, and tangy flavors in a wholesome, easy-to-make recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 4 cups)
Tahini Sauce
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin sauce as needed)
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces to ensure even roasting.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Spread the cubed sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and lightly browned on the edges.
- Make the whipped tahini sauce: In a bowl, combine the tahini, maple syrup, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk vigorously, adding water a tablespoon at a time to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency. Add salt to taste.
- Assemble the salad: Once the sweet potatoes have cooled slightly, transfer them to a serving dish and drizzle evenly with the whipped tahini sauce. Toss gently to coat all pieces with the dressing.
- Serve and enjoy: This salad can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled, making it versatile for any season or occasion.
Notes
- You can add fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for added freshness.
- For extra texture, sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds or chopped nuts on top before serving.
- Adjust the sweetness or acidity of the tahini sauce by varying maple syrup and lemon juice to your taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: sweet potato salad, roasted sweet potatoes, tahini sauce, maple syrup salad, healthy salad, vegetarian side dish
