PECAN SWEET POTATO SALAD

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A new twist on an old favorite, this tasty, easy-to-make sweet potato salad is sure to be the talk of your gathering. -Patricia Swart, Bridgeton, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 to 7 large sweet potatoes (about 5 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 celery ribs, chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or just until tender. Drain. Transfer to a large bowl; cool to room temperature. Stir in celery and green onions., In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream. Gently stir into potato mixture. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Just before serving, sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

XTM TYZ
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and healthy.


Sarah Amoahbea
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


Akrash Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of sweet potato salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful and the pecans add a nice crunch.


Prabin Shrestha
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This salad is so delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Omar Mora
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of sweet potatoes, pecans, and cranberries.


Qaisar Bhai
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Fatima Liaqat
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it!


Sohag Ahmed Sany
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


Ariel Parrish
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and healthy.


Maxamed Allow
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This salad is so easy to make and it's perfect for a potluck or picnic.


Faraj ALMASRI
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet potato salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful and the pecans add a nice crunch.


Oketcho Silvester
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This is the best sweet potato salad I've ever had. The dressing is amazing and the pecans add the perfect touch.


Hai Hai
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I made this salad for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Tristan Valencia
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the sweet and savory flavors.


Nesma Salah abdelalim
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is perfectly balanced and the pecans add a nice crunch.


Fawzia Mohamed
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This sweet potato salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of sweet potatoes, pecans, and cranberries was unique and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.