Hot Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

Escape the ordinary with this vibrant Hot Sweet Potato Salad! Forget bland casseroles – this recipe roasts sweet potatoes to perfection, then tosses them with crispy bacon, pecans, a tangy vinegar-jelly dressing, and a hint of lime. A delightful twist on a classic, perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or a weeknight treat. (Sweet potatoes sourced from Hawaii's West region)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 328.7 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Hot Sweet Potato Salad

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How to Make Hot Sweet Potato Salad

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and cube 2 lbs sweet potatoes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes.
  3. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
  4. While potatoes roast, cook 4 slices bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving 2 tbsp bacon grease.
  5. Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion to the skillet with the bacon grease and sauté for 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup apricot jelly (or your favorite fruit jelly) and 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar until jelly melts and creates a glaze.
  7. Remove sweet potatoes from oven and place in a large bowl.
  8. Add the cooked bacon, onion-jelly mixture, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 cup chopped scallions to the sweet potatoes.
  9. Toss gently to combine. Season with additional salt to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

88g

Fat

9g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hot Sweet Potato Salad?

Hot Sweet Potato Salad takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hot Sweet Potato Salad?

Hot Sweet Potato Salad has approximately 328.7 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hot Sweet Potato Salad?

The key ingredients for Hot Sweet Potato Salad are Sweet Potatoes, Sugar, Vegetable Oil, Kosher Salt, Red Pepper Flakes, Bacon. See the full list with measurements above.

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