Description
Sweet Potato Pomegranate Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the creamy sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the tart burst of juicy pomegranate seeds. This colorful salad is perfect for any occasion, whether as a delightful side or a main dish. Bursting with flavor and packed with health benefits, it’s sure to impress your guests while adding a festive touch to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds (approximately 200g)
- 4 cups baby spinach or kale (about 120g)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (approximately 75g)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread them on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and tender, flipping halfway through.
- While the potatoes roast, rinse and dry the greens.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes with greens, pomegranate seeds, and feta cheese.
- Whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; drizzle over the salad before tossing gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg