Maple Curried Sweet Potato And Black Bean Salad Recipes

VEGAN BLACK BEAN AND SWEET POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
• Spread sweet potatoes onto a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over sweet potatoes; season with cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss sweet potatoes until evenly coated.
• Roast on the lower rack of the preheated oven, stirring halfway through, until sweet potatoes are tender, 25 to 35 minutes.
• Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and lime juice together in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add sweet potatoes, black beans, onion, and cilantro; gently toss to coat.

CURRIED SWEET POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• In large saucepan, cover sweet potatoes with cold water. Cover and heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 to 12 minutes or until tender. Drain; let cool.
• Meanwhile, in small nonstick skillet, toast pecans over medium heat, stirring often, 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly toasted. Tip onto a plate; let cool.
• In large salad bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, brown sugar, curry powder and salt. Gently stir in pineapple, green onions and sweet potatoes. Sprinkle with toasted pecans. Serve immediately or cover and chill until ready to serve.

ROASTED SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Heat oven to 375°. On a baking sheet coated with cooking spray, place potatoes in a layer; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Bake until tender, 15 minutes; let cool. In a bowl, whisk juice, vinegar, garlic, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add potatoes, beans, tomatoes, bell pepper, scallions and mint; toss; serve over arugula, and garnish with lime wedges.

MAPLE CURRIED SWEET POTATO AND BLACK BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• For Salad Mixture: 1.Preheat oven to 450°F. 2.In a large bowl, toss together sweet potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. 3.Spread out on parchment-lined sheet pan and bake for approximately 20 minutes or until tender but still firm. 4.Remove from oven and set aside. 5.Meanwhile, roast red pepper on gas burner or under broiler in the oven. 6.Peel, seed, and dice roughly. For Salad Dressing: 1.Combine all ingredients except for olive oil. 2.Slowly drizzle in oil and mix well. 3.Season to taste. To Serve: 1.Combine the sweet potato mixture with red peppers, beans, green onions, and cilantro and toss with dressing. 2.Test for seasonings and enjoy. Note: Can be served warm or cold.

THREE BEAN SWEET POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Fill a large pot halfway full with water and place over high heat. Add a few pinches of salt to the water if desired. Bring water to a boil. Carefully add the sweet potatoes and boil until almost fork-tender, 4-5 minutes. Add the green beans and cook for three more minutes, until bright green and tender. Drain and let cool slightly. Add to a large bowl along with the chickpeas, kidney beans, and onion. Stir gently to combine, trying not to break up the sweet potatoes.
• To a small bowl, add the olive oil, vinegar, pure maple syrup, mustard, salt, pepper, and parsley. Whisk until combined. Pour over the potatoes and beans. Toss gently to coat veggies with dressing. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately for a warm potato salad (my preference) or chill until ready to serve.