Description
Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad is a delightful twist on traditional potato salads, making it a perfect addition to any gathering or barbecue. This vibrant dish features tender sweet potatoes coated in a smoky chipotle aioli that strikes a balance between zesty and satisfying. Not only is it vegetarian and gluten-free, but it’s also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal side dish for health-conscious eaters. Whether served warm or chilled, this salad’s unique flavor profile will impress your guests and elevate your meals. Prepare it in just 15 minutes for a quick, healthy option that can be enjoyed at any time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sweet potato
- 2–3 tbsp chopped jalapeño pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped red bell pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup smoky chipotle aioli
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup all-natural mayo
Instructions
- Whisk together the sauce ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Clean, peel, and cube the sweet potato into bite-sized pieces.
- Boil cubed sweet potatoes in a medium pot with water until fork-tender (6–10 minutes).
- Drain the sweet potatoes and mix them with the smoky chipotle aioli.
- Fold in the diced jalapeño and red bell pepper; season with cilantro, paprika, and salt as desired.
- Serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg