Best 9 Caramelized Onion Sweet Potato Salad Recipes

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Caramelized onion sweet potato salad is a delightful combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. This flavorful and colorful salad can be served as a main course or a side dish. The sweet potatoes are roasted until tender and then combined with caramelized onions, a zesty vinaigrette dressing, and a variety of herbs and spices. The result is a salad that is both satisfying and refreshing. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration you need to craft a caramelized onion sweet potato salad that will tantalize your taste buds.

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CARAMELIZED ONION SWEET POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 red onions, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon finely chopped orange zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
3 sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2-thick slices
Vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook onions slowly until golden brown. Add mustard and vinegar and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add honey, orange zest and thyme, stir to combine. Let cool.
  • Preheat grill, Brush the potato slices on both sides with the vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the potatoes on each side for 3 to 4 minutes or until just cooked through. Place potatoes in a bowl and fold in onion mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 296 milligrams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 11 grams

SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONION



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I fail to remember where this recipe first appeared but chances are it was from Canadian Living magazine. This simple dish is much richer than you would expect and pairs well with grilled meats especially lamb and pork. Since sweet potatoes are very moist, adjust the amount of sour cream or milk to your taste. I do recall that the original recipe recommended placing the sweet potatoes and onion mixture in a food processor until blended. I found this method too gluey and altered it as stated.

Provided by Highland Lass

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
3 large sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream (Carnation low fat works very well) or 1/4 cup milk (Carnation low fat works very well)
salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400º.
  • Heat olive oil in frying pan at medium heat and add onion. Sauté until rings separate. Reduce heat to medium low and continue cooking uncovered, until onions are soft and caramelized at least 30 minutes or more, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, prick whole potatoes with skins on and bake in roasting pan for 40 minutes or until soft. When cool enough to handle peel skins from potatoes and set aside.
  • When onions are soft add thyme, salt and pepper to taste and mix well. At this point you can either place the onions in a food processor and pulse until they are slightly chunky or chop with a sharp knife.
  • Heat a medium sized pot and add butter. Add the sweet potatoes and mash with a fork or potato masher. Add the sour cream or milk a little at a time then add the onion mixture. Blend with a wooden spoon until fully incorporated and adjust S & P to taste.

CARAMELIZED ONION POTATO SALAD



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This is the recipe I make on a day where a little extra time isn't an issue and I'm craving comfort food. The tarragon vinegar and caramelized onions in this salad will leave you smacking your lips. You can serve this potato salad immediately, but it will taste much better after being refrigerated for several hours. Double or triple the recipe if you are making it for a large event. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, quartered and sliced
4 pounds medium red potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 8 cups)
1 tablespoon salt
DRESSING:
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup tarragon vinegar or white wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley or 4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 cup whole-grain Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onions until softened, 2-4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, place potatoes, salt and water to cover in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; place in a large bowl. Add caramelized onions. Cool slightly., Mix dressing ingredients; stir gently into potato mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until cold, about 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 399mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Baked sweet potatoes are topped with slow cooked caramelized onions and red bell peppers. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt. Use large sweet potatoes for a delicious meatless main dish.

Provided by elsaw

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fat-free sour cream
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Scrub and dry the sweet potatoes, then prick several times with a fork and place onto a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until the sweet potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and bell pepper; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 20 to 30 minutes more.
  • Split open the baked sweet potatoes and top with the onion mixture, salt, pepper, and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 128.2 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

WARM CARAMELIZED ONION AND SWEET POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Warm Caramelized Onion and Sweet Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 red onions, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon orange zest, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
3 sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2 thick slices
vegetable oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook onions slowly until golden brown, about 20 minutes, stirring as needed.
  • Add mustard and vinegar and cook another 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add honey, orange zest and thyme, stir to combine.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Preheat grill pan, grill or skillet.
  • Brush the potato slices on both sides with the vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the potatoes on each side for 4 to 10 minutes or until cooked through and no longer crunchy (time depends on cooking method).
  • Place potatoes in a bowl and fold in the caramelized onion mixture.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.6, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 69, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 7.6, Protein 1.8

CARAMELIZED ONION AND SWEET POTATO SKILLET



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy these caramelized skillet onions and potatoes for an easy side dish that's ready just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon canola or soybean oil
3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and sliced (about 3 1/2 cups)
1/4 large sweet onion (Bermuda, Maui, Spanish or Walla Walla), sliced
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon jerk seasoning (dry)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook sweet potatoes and onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light brown; reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in brown sugar and jerk seasoning. Cook uncovered about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until glazed. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

SWEET POTATO & CARAMELISED ONION ROLLS



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Try these vegan pastries for a plant-based version of sausage rolls. Wrapped in golden pastry, harissa adds a delicious spice to the sweet potato and red onion

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Snack

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium sweet potatoes (650g)
2 tbsp olive oil
3 red onions, finely sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tbsp harissa paste
1 tbsp tomato purée
½ small bunch of coriander, finely chopped
320g sheet ready-rolled puff pastry (check the label to ensure it is vegan)
dairy-free milk, for glazing
1 tsp nigella seeds

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Pierce the sweet potatoes all over with a fork, then cook in the microwave on high for 8-10 mins until softened. Or, bake in the oven for 50 mins-1 hr, turning halfway through. Leave to cool a little, then cut in half and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Leave to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and cook the red onions and a pinch of salt for 10-12 mins, stirring occasionally until softened and caramelised. Add the garlic, harissa and tomato purée and fry for 2 mins more. Tip the mix into the bowl with the sweet potato along with the coriander, then mash together. The filling should be mostly smooth, but not a purée. Season and leave to cool completely.
  • Unroll the pastry sheet and cut in half lengthways into two long rectangles. Spoon half the filling down the middle of one of the rectangles and form it into a long sausage shape. Brush the edges of the pastry with a little of the milk, then fold the empty half of the pastry over the filling and press the edges to seal. Crimp using a fork to ensure the filling is enclosed, then repeat with the remaining filling and remaining rectangle of pastry.
  • Cut the pastry along the length into 7cm-long rolls, then arrange, spaced apart, on a large baking tray lined with baking parchment. The rolls can now be frozen on the tray. Once solid, put in a freezerproof container and freeze for up to three months. Brush with more milk, then sprinkle with the nigella seeds. Cut small slashes into the top of each roll. Bake for 25-30 mins (or 40 mins from frozen), turning halfway through, until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

SWEET POTATO & CARAMELIZED ONION SHELLS



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Gorgonzola cheese and sweet potatoes add a fun and flavorful twist to classic stuffed shells. Delicious with a sprinkle of Parmesan, the pasta can be topped with leftover gravy, too. -Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large onions, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
21 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon sherry or apple cider
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 cup turkey gravy, warmed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until softened. Add garlic powder and salt. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 25-30 minutes., Meanwhile, cook pasta shells according to package directions. Drain pasta; set aside., Stir the broth, sherry, thyme and pepper into onions. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is almost evaporated. Remove from the heat. Stir in sweet potatoes and Gorgonzola cheese., Spoon into shells; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GLUTEN-FREE CARAMELIZED ONION AND SWEET POTATO SKILLET



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Jerk seasoning and brown sugar bring out the best of sweet potatoes and onions in this tasty side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/4 large sweet onion (Bermuda, Maui, Spanish or Vidalia), sliced
3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced (3 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon jerk seasoning (dry)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook onion and sweet potatoes in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light brown; reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in brown sugar and jerk seasoning. Cook uncovered about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until glazed. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 125 mg

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Sweet Potatoes: Select firm and unblemished sweet potatoes. Smaller sweet potatoes often have a sweeter taste.
  • Roasting the Sweet Potatoes: Roasting intensifies the sweet potatoes' natural sweetness and caramelizes their edges. Pierce the potatoes with a fork before roasting to ensure even cooking.
  • Caramelizing the Onions: Use thinly sliced yellow or white onions for the best caramelization. Cook the onions over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and sweet.
  • Making the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, vinegar (apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar), Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful dressing. Adjust the proportions to suit your taste preferences.
  • Combining the Salad: Combine the roasted sweet potatoes, caramelized onions, arugula, pecans, and crumbled goat cheese in a large bowl. Toss gently to combine.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve the caramelized onion sweet potato salad warm or at room temperature. It can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. Pair it with grilled chicken, fish, or tofu for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

The caramelized onion sweet potato salad is a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. The roasted sweet potatoes and caramelized onions add a delightful sweetness that is balanced by the tangy dressing and the arugula's peppery bite. The pecans provide a crunchy texture, while the goat cheese adds a creamy richness. This salad is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a side dish for your next meal. With its combination of roasted vegetables, caramelized onions, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

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