Best 10 Potato And Yam Salad Recipes

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Whether you are looking for a hearty side dish or a light and refreshing main course, potato and yam salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With countless variations and flavor combinations, this classic salad offers something for everyone. From the earthy sweetness of roasted yams to the creamy texture of boiled potatoes, the combination of these two root vegetables creates a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. So, grab your apron and get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for cooking potato and yam salad.

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POTATO AND YAM SALAD



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This salad is my all time favorite salad! It's perfect as a side dish for steaks or even greens. It also can be served as a main since it encompasses so many different layers of flavor all in the same dish. I absolutely adore the smell, the color, and the taste of this salad! Hope you like it too! :)

Provided by SharonChen

Categories     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb yukon gold potato, peeled and quartered
4 ounces garnet yams, peeled and cut into same size as quartered Yukon potatoes
1/4 cup carrot, very finely chopped
1/4 cup red cabbage, very finely chopped
1/4 cup cucumber, very finely chopped
1/4 cup ham, finely diced (for vegetarians, leave the ham out)
1 teaspoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
5 tablespoons mayonnaise
sea salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place the Yukon potatoes into a saucepan and cover with cold water (leave enough room for the yam). Add 1 teaspoon sea salt and bring to a boil.
  • Add Garnet yam (all the potatoes and yam should still be covered by the water) into the saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 - 20 minutes or until done.
  • While simmering the potatoes and yam, chop all the veggies, ham and tarragon.
  • Drain the potatoes and yam. Mash them all together in a large bowl.
  • Add mayonnaise, ground black pepper and all finely chopped ingredients into the same bowl. Stir until even.
  • Add more sea salt or pepper, if desired. Let the salad stay in the fridge for a couple of hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.6, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 9.3, Sodium 290.6, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4, Protein 5

YAM (SWEET POTATO) SALAD



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There are a number of similar recipes here, but this one, I feel, really features the potato ingredient! The original of the recipe was found in the Nov 2003 cookbooklet Crisco Best Recipes -- Year-Round Holiday Magic.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, scrubbed, quartered lengthwise & cut crosswise into 3/4-inch pieces (or yams)
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot, steam prepared yams 10 to 15 minutes or until tender, then remove from steamer.
  • When cool enough to handle, peel yams (if desired; I don't), then place in a large salad bowl.
  • While yams cool, combine vinegar, pickle relish, mustard, salt & pepper in a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, & shake well.
  • Add vegetable oil & shake again, before pouring over yams & tossing them to coat.
  • Add green onions & red pepper & either serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.1, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 317.1, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 6.6, Protein 2

SWEET POTATO AND ARUGULA SALAD



Sweet Potato and Arugula Salad image

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the baking sheet
6 cups 1/2-inch-diced sweet potatoes (4 to 6 large sweet potatoes; I leave the skin on but peeling is an option)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups loosely packed baby arugula
4 scallions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Toss the sweet potatoes in a large bowl with the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Stir the potatoes and continue to bake until fork-tender, an additional 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled sweet potatoes, arugula and scallions. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the lemon juice and Parmesan; season with salt and pepper. Just before serving, toss the dressing with the sweet potato and arugula mixture to coat.

THE BEST SWEET POTATO POTATO SALAD



The Best Sweet Potato Potato Salad image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup chopped cornichons or relish
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 ribs celery, diced
Zest and juice from 1 lemon
1/2 small red onion, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together the cornichons or relish, mustard, honey, celery, lemon zest and juice and red onion. Season with salt and pepper and let sit while the potatoes cook.
  • Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by 1 inch. Season the water generously with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander, put back in the saucepan, add the vinegar and, using a rubber spatula, toss gently to combine.
  • Add the mayonnaise, chives and parsley to the celery-onion mixture and stir to combine. Add the warm potatoes to the dressing and toss. Season to taste. Garnish with extra chives and parsley.

SWEET POTATO AND CHICKPEA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Sweet Potato And Chickpea Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large sweet potatoes, medium red onion, chickpeas, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, pepper, mixed greens, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, dried cranberry

Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large sweet potatoes, or 3 small, scrubbed
½ medium red onion
15 oz chickpeas, 1 can, rinsed and drained
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon cayenne
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
3 oz mixed greens
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
dried cranberry, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
  • Cut the sweet potatoes in small cubes and transfer on one half of a non-stick baking sheet.
  • Peel and slice the onion and set aside.
  • Add the chickpeas to the other half of the baking sheet.
  • In a liquid measuring cup with a pour spout, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper and mix well.
  • Pour half of the dressing over the sweet potatoes and chickpeas and mix with your hands until well-coated. Keep the chickpeas and sweet potatoes separated as much as possible.
  • Scoot the chickpeas toward the sweet potatoes and add the onions to the baking sheet. Make sure everything is spread out evenly.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender. Use tongs to stir halfway through. Let cool for 20 minutes.
  • Place the greens in a large bowl. Top with the roasted chickpeas, sweet potatoes, and onion.
  • Add the parsley, cilantro, and remaining dressing and toss to combine.
  • Top with dried cranberries, if using.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 15 grams

WARM SWEET POTATO SALAD



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Are you sick of all the too sweet sweet potato recipes? This salad is hearty enough for a main dish but is not loaded with sugar or butter.

Provided by Chicken

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
4 large baking potatoes, peeled and diced
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Dijon mustard
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon chopped chives
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 slices crisply cooked bacon, crumbled
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 red onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place the diced sweet potatoes and potatoes in a Dutch oven, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Boil until the potatoes are fork tender, but not mushy, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool the cooked potatoes slightly.
  • Meanwhile, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, balsamic vinegar, turmeric, chives, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the bacon, green onions, red onion and cooked potatoes and toss to coat. Serve garnished with extra chives or green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.3 calories, Carbohydrate 70.7 g, Cholesterol 5.7 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 390.3 mg, Sugar 12 g

RED AND SWEET POTATO SALAD



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Two types of potatoes help this creamy side dish stand out at warm weather get-togethers. People love the spicy mustard dressing. -Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds red potatoes (about 7 medium), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place red potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain; place in a large bowl. Repeat with sweet potatoes; add to red potatoes., Whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper; toss with potatoes. Cool slightly., In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and milk; stir in celery, onion and parsley. Stir gently into potato mixture. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED SWEET-POTATO AND FARRO SALAD



Roasted Sweet-Potato and Farro Salad image

Savory, sweet, and nutty all at once, this is a salad that can be enjoyed warm or chilled.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 medium), scrubbed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup semi-pearled farro (about 7 ounces)
Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup lightly packed fresh dill, chopped
1/2 cup radish or arugula sprouts or baby watercress, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Divide sweet potatoes and garlic between 2 rimmed baking sheets. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread into a single layer. Roast, flipping once, until tender and caramelized, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cover farro with 4 inches water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook until tender, 30 to 35 minutes. Drain; toss with remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large bowl. Season with salt.
  • When cool enough to handle, remove garlic from peels and mash with lemon zest and juice in a small bowl. Add garlic mixture, sweet potatoes, dill, and sprouts to farro; stir until combined. Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with sprouts.

SWEET POTATO POTATO SALAD



Sweet Potato Potato Salad image

Sweet potatoes and potatoes combine to make a different type of salad that will pleasantly surprise you.

Provided by GRAMZ

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 potatoes
1 sweet potato
4 eggs
2 stalks celery, chopped
½ onion, chopped
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 30 minutes. Drain, cool, peel and chop.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water; cool, peel and chop.
  • Combine the potatoes, eggs, celery and onion.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper. Add to potato mixture, toss well to coat. Refrigerate and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 100.8 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 480.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

KALE & SWEET POTATO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Kale & Sweet Potato Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: sweet potato, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil, pumpkin seeds, chili powder, maple syrup, tahini, lemon juice, water, kale, quinoa, red onion

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ½ cups sweet potato, diced
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons paprika
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
olive oil, to taste
½ cup pumpkin seeds
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 tablespoons maple syrup, divided
½ cup tahini
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons water
1 bunch kale, stemmed and torn into large pieces
3 cups quinoa
½ cup red onion, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Add the sweet potatoes to a baking sheet. Sprinkle with the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Toss until the sweet potato is well-coated in the spices, then spread out evenly. Bake for 15 minutes, or until tender.
  • In a small bowl, add the pumpkin seeds, chili powder, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, and salt, and mix until well-combined. Spread the pumpkin seeds out on a baking sheet so they're not touching each other.
  • Add to the oven with the sweet potato and bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until toasted.
  • In a liquid measuring cup, combine the tahini, remaining tablespoon of maple syrup, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well, then add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  • In a large bowl, drizzle the kale with olive oil. Massage with your hands until the kale is tender and has reduced in volume by about a third.
  • Add the quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, and pumpkin seeds. Drizzle with tahini dressing and toss well.
  • Serve with more dressing if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 765 calories, Carbohydrate 103 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 9 grams

Tips:

  • For a creamy and flavorful salad, use Yukon Gold potatoes or sweet potatoes.
  • To save time, use pre-cooked potatoes or yams.
  • If you're using raw potatoes or yams, be sure to cook them until they're tender.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes or yams, or they'll become mushy.
  • For a colorful salad, add a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and bell peppers.
  • For a tangy salad, add a dressing made with vinegar, mayonnaise, or yogurt.
  • For a creamy salad, add a dressing made with sour cream or cream cheese.
  • For a flavorful salad, add herbs and spices, such as dill, parsley, or garlic powder.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Potato and yam salad is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes or yams, and it's also a healthy and delicious option for a summer picnic or potluck. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a potato and yam salad recipe that everyone will love.

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