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The Perfect Summer Side Dish! Sweet Potato & Bacon Salad Recipe

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Sweet Potato and Bacon Salad

Cultural Context

Sweet potato and bacon salad is a delightful fusion of flavors that showcases the versatility of sweet potatoes, a staple in American cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed as a side dish, this salad reflects the comfort of Southern cooking, where sweet potatoes are celebrated for their sweetness and nutritional value. Today, variations abound, with many opting for different greens or dressings, making it a popular choice at gatherings and potlucks across the country.

AmericanUSside
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2-3 pounds sweet potatoes
5 strips bacon
green onion
fresh parsley
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons stone ground mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt
black pepper

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: cotage cheese

Goat cheese offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide crunch and are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be pricier.

1

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

2

Run water over the sweet potatoes in a colander to rinse off any dirt or peeling.

3

Boil the sweet potatoes in water for about 6 minutes until fork-tender but not mushy.

4

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) for the bacon.

5

Place the bacon on foil in the oven and cook until crispy, about the same time as the sweet potatoes.

6

Prepare the dressing by mixing together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons mustard, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.

7

Chop the green onion and parsley and add them to the dressing mixture.

8

Once the sweet potatoes are done boiling, drain them and let them cool.

9

Chop the crispy bacon and add it to the salad mixture.

10

Combine the sweet potatoes, dressing, and bacon in a large bowl and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

roastingmixing

Equipment Needed

colanderbaking foilmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milktree-nuts

Also Known As

Sweet Potato SaladBacon Salad

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