TROPICAL SWEET POTATO SALAD

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A great choice instead of the traditional potato salad. The spices, pineapple, and toasted pecans provide the perfect complement to the naturally sweet yams.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 28m

Yield 8 dishes, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (yams)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup celery, chopped
1 bunch green onion, sliced
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
1 teaspoon orange rind, grated
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook sweet potatoes for 8-10 minutes in boiling water just until tender. Do not overcook.
  • Drain and toss with lemon juice, and set aside.
  • Add celery, green onions, pineapple chunks, and pecans.
  • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, orange rind, orange juice, ghoney, ginger, and salt.
  • Mix the mayonnaise dressing with sweet potato mixture, tossing gently.
  • Serve immediately, or cover and chill.

Rizwan Qayyum
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This salad is a must-try for anyone who loves sweet potatoes.


Hafiz Mazhar
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I love this salad! It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Wonder Adika
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've added different fruits and nuts to it each time I've made it and it's always delicious.


alieu ednah
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Benjamin Briones
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet potatoes, pineapple, and raisins.


Omnia Ismail
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I've never had a sweet potato salad before, but this one is delicious.


Md Raihan Ali Jolil
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


Bebegurl ni itz me shine
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I love the sweet and tangy dressing on this salad.


Jboy Igaga
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This salad is so good, I could eat it every day.


Sk Sumon khan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Zandile Mkhize
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This salad is perfect for a summer barbecue.


Mia Duxbury
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Shahid Ali Qasoori
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Jibon Gaming94
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


BIANCA Williams
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This salad is amazing! I love the combination of sweet potatoes, pineapple, and raisins. It's the perfect summer salad.


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