Healthy Sweet Potato Salad With The Best Dressing: Easy Vegan Winter Recipe | Maria Tergliafera

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is rich in healthy fats, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash offers a similar texture and flavor, while regular potatoes are often less expensive.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans provide protein and fiber, while canned beans are often more affordable.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed banana

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Mashed banana or applesauce can add creaminess at a lower cost.

Peel and cube 2 medium sweet potatoes.

Drizzle olive oil in a baking sheet while preheating the oven.

Place sweet potatoes on the baking sheet, toss in olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Bake at 425°F (220°C) for about 30 minutes, turning at 20 minutes.

In a large bowl, add 1 can of chickpeas and 1 can of red beans.

Add chopped spring onions, diced red bell pepper, and chopped sundried tomatoes to the bowl.

Add pomegranate seeds and salted peanuts to the mixture.

Remove sweet potatoes from the oven and let cool slightly before adding to the salad.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, agave syrup or maple syrup, minced garlic, and salt for the dressing.

Add chopped parsley to the dressing and mix well.

Combine all salad ingredients and toss with the dressing.

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