Bacon And Sweet Potato Salad With Warm Honey Mustard Dressing Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring tender sweet potatoes, crisp green beans, savory Canadian bacon, and sweet red onion, all nestled on a bed of baby spinach. This recipe is elevated by a warm, tangy honey Dijon dressing that perfectly complements the sweet and savory elements. A quick and easy weeknight meal or a delightful side dish for any occasion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 125.4 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Bacon And Sweet Potato Salad With Warm Honey Mustard Dressing

  • Baby Spinach
  • Water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sweet Potato
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting vegetables) + 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
  • 4 ounces Canadian bacon, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • Honey Dijon Salad Dressing

How to Make Bacon And Sweet Potato Salad With Warm Honey Mustard Dressing

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and chop 1 pound sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Wash and trim 1 cup green beans.
  3. Toss sweet potatoes and green beans with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
  5. While the sweet potatoes and green beans roast, prepare the bacon and onion:
  6. In a large skillet, cook 4 ounces Canadian bacon, diced, over medium heat until lightly browned (about 5 minutes).
  7. Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until softened.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Line a serving platter with 5 ounces baby spinach leaves.
  10. Arrange the roasted sweet potatoes and green beans over the spinach. Top with the cooked Canadian bacon and red onion.
  11. Drizzle the warm honey Dijon dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

4g

Carbs

5g