Description
Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that will elevate your gatherings! With its smoky chipotle aioli, tender sweet potatoes, and fresh vegetables, this salad offers a delightful alternative to traditional potato salads. It’s not only easy to prepare but also vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a perfect fit for any occasion—whether served warm or chilled. Impress your guests with this nutritious and satisfying dish that bursts with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sweet potato
- 2–3 TBSP chopped jalapeno pepper
- 2 TBSP chopped red bell pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup smoky chipotle aioli
- 1 tsp Sriracha chili sauce
- Fresh cilantro, paprika, and salt to taste
Instructions
- Make the Chipotle Aioli: Blend together Greek yogurt, smoky chipotle aioli, Sriracha, garlic powder, lemon juice, and spices in a food processor until smooth.
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Clean, peel, and cube sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Boil the Sweet Potatoes: In a medium pot, cover cubed sweet potatoes with cold water and boil for 6-10 minutes until fork-tender.
- Combine Ingredients: Drain the sweet potatoes and mix them gently with the chipotle aioli until well coated. Fold in diced peppers and sprinkle with cilantro and paprika.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or chilled, or serve in halved bell peppers for a fun presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg