Roasted Sweet Potato Salad (Print-Friendly)

Caramelized sweet potatoes tossed with arugula, feta, and honey-lime dressing. A colorful, nutrient-packed side or light meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Salad

05 - 4 cups fresh arugula
06 - 3.5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
07 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds, optional

→ Honey-Lime Dressing

09 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
11 - 1 tablespoon honey
12 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
14 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and tender. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
05 - In a large salad bowl, combine arugula, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, and half of the feta cheese. Drizzle with honey-lime dressing and toss gently.
06 - Top with remaining feta and toasted pumpkin seeds if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The sweet potatoes caramelize in the oven and bring a natural sweetness that balances the tangy feta and peppery greens beautifully.
  • Everything comes together in about 40 minutes, and most of that time is hands off while the oven does the work.
  • It works as a quick weeknight side or a full lunch on its own, and leftovers taste even better the next day.
02 -
  • Dont overcrowd the baking sheet or the sweet potatoes will steam instead of roast, and you will miss out on those crispy caramelized bits.
  • Let the sweet potatoes cool for a few minutes before tossing them with the greens, or the arugula will wilt from the heat.
  • Make the dressing ahead and store it in the fridge for up to a week, it saves time and the flavors meld together beautifully.
03 -
  • Cut the sweet potatoes into even cubes so they roast at the same rate and you dont end up with some pieces undercooked and others too crispy.
  • Toss the salad just before serving so the arugula stays fresh and perky instead of wilting under the dressing.
  • If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing or sprinkle them over the finished salad.
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