Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad, a delightful twist on traditional potato salad that’s perfect for any gathering. This dish combines tender sweet potatoes with a smoky chipotle aioli, creating an explosion of taste that is both healthy and satisfying. Vegetarian and gluten-free, it caters to various dietary preferences, making it an ideal side for summer barbecues, picnics, or cozy dinners. With its colorful ingredients and versatility—enjoy it warm or chilled—this salad is sure to impress your guests and become a new favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sweet potato
- 2–3 TBSP chopped jalapeno pepper (seeds and spicy membrane removed)
- 2 TBSP chopped red bell pepper (optional but delicious)
- 1/2 tsp dried or fresh cilantro (to taste)
- 1/8 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/4 cup smoky chipotle aioli
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup all-natural mayo
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 tsp Sriracha chili sauce
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1 TBSP lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Whisk together smoky chipotle aioli ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Clean, peel, and cube sweet potatoes; boil in salted water for 6–10 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain sweet potatoes and toss them with the chipotle aioli in a mixing bowl.
- Gently fold in jalapenos and red bell pepper, season with cilantro, paprika, and additional salt if desired.
- Serve warm or chilled; enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg