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Roasted Sweet Potato & Kale Salad
40 min
Main
Salad
Servings
Total
40 minPrep
15 minCook
25 minSwap out
tree nut
Free from
soy
peanut
sesame
gluten
Ingredients
Sweet potato tray bake
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3medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1 cm cubes
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1medium red onion, sliced
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4garlic cloves, peel left on
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1 tsp (5 mL)vegetable oil
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1 tsp (2 g)ground cumin
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½ tsppaprika powder
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¼ tspsalt
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1 pinchground black pepper
Kale salad base
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4 cups (100 g)kale, stems removed, chopped
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1 Tbsp (15 mL)olive oil
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1½ cups (246 g)cooked chickpeas
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1avocado, diced
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¼ cup (34 g)roasted unsalted almonds, chopped
Dressing
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1 Tbsp (15 mL)olive oil
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1lemon, juiced
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6fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
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½ tsponion powder
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 410°F (210°C)*. Add all the tray bake ingredients to a baking tray and toss to coat.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fully cooked through. Stir once halfway.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, add the kale and drizzle over the olive oil. Using your hands, massage the kale for 1 - 2 minutes to soften it.
- Add the dressing ingredients to a separate medium bowl. Peel the roasted garlic cloves and mash them into the bowl.
- When the potatoes have cooled, add them to the salad bowl along with the chickpeas, avocado, and dressing.
- Toss everything to coat. Sprinkle some roasted almonds on top, and enjoy!
Notes
- * We used top and bottom heating (not fan-assisted/convection).
Storage
- Best if enjoyed immediately.
- Store the salad separately from the dressing in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Ideally, add the avocado only when ready to enjoy to avoid browning.
Let us know what you think
Plate method
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Grains & Starches 36%
• medium sweet potato
Proteins 14%
• cooked chickpeas
• roasted unsalted almonds
Fruits & Veggies 50%
• medium red onion
• garlic clove
• kale
• avocado
• lemon
• fresh mint leaves
Calcium
No significant sources of calciumFat
• vegetable oil
• olive oil
• avocado
• roasted unsalted almonds
• olive oil
Nutrition info
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Frequently asked questions
What pairs well with sweet potato kale salad recipes?
Sweet potato kale salad pairs deliciously with hearty fall dishes like roasted vegetables, potatoes, and grains like quinoa or wild rice. You can also serve it alongside protein options like grilled tofu, lentil patties, or plant-based roasts for a complete meal.
How do I avoid the bitter taste of kale?
Massaging kale with a bit of olive oil works wonders to soften the leaves and reduce any bitterness, often surprising those who aren’t usually kale fans! You can also add some lemon juice or vinegar to the dressing to balance the flavour. If it’s still a bit too bitter for your liking, just mix in a little extra maple syrup to sweeten things up!
Is this a good salad to serve guests?
Absolutely - this salad with sweet potato and kale is perfect for serving guests, especially at fall gatherings like Thanksgiving. We’ve heard countless positive reviews even from kale skeptics! It’s a satisfying and simple salad that works well for any autumn occasion.
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We bought some veggies from Too Good To Go and got way too much kale and some sweet potatoes. So we made this salad and we were very satisfied! 2 medium sweet potatoes were enough though and I don’t recommend using extra virgin olive oil.
This was so delicious, the dressing is really tasty. I used the recipe as a base and added roasted butternut squash, carrots, green beans and tofu. I will definitely make this again.
Thank you for another fabulous meal idea
amazing! love! so easy to make and deffo quicker than 40 minutes
Like the grape and chickpea salad, I found the dressing in this recipe the best thing ever! The sweet and kind of sour taste makes everything so refreshing and new, because it's not something I am used to in my country's cuisine! I am obsessed!
Yum! Thank you so much for an easy yet healthy meal ❤️
great recipe, even on the second day very delicious. i swapped the sweet potatoes for pumpkin as i have a lot to eat at the moment 😌
It tastes sooo good ❤️
Thank you dear! Delicious.
Very tasty and satisfying! I was never a big fan of kale but this is a game changer! I made sure to massage the kale with the olive oil. Definitely can’t miss this step.
Hi Sadia,
I don’t usually enjoy sweet potato as much as I did in this recipe, the salad as a whole tasted great. I’m somewhat lazy at the kitchen so I look for the easiest recipes and this one was a fast one. I’ve been following you for the last four years or so and I wanted to congratulate you for your amazing work and attention to detail. I’m not vegan but I try to incorporate more veggies in my life so your recipes work great. My home staple recipe I must say is the almond coconut granola, can’t live without it. Also started indoor gardening with your videos :). Congrats again. I wish you a lot more years of success!
I love it
Sooo delicious
Tasty and filling
Love this salad, tastes very good, I used limes instead of lemons and it still works!
Yummy
It’s the best salad I’ve ever made however I used only one large sweet potato and also steamed the kale for 3 minutes so kill the bitterness after massaging it with olive oil. Next time I will use more than 100g of kale or less chickpeas because the ratio was not very good.
The kale has a very bitter taste. What am I doing wrong?
The overall concept was good. Roasted potatoes & onions were done, garlic needed more time. I would use black beans instead of garbanzo beans, & omit the mint. Two sweet potatoes were plenty, did not need 3. I would make again, with these changes.
Best salad I've had in ages! I never really liked raw kale, but I decided to try it one more time, and I'm so very glad I did. I believe you have converted me!
Just tried it, and it is very delicious! That dressing is adding a very nice touch 😋
The dressing is really good. I added tomatoes to the salad and next time I will roast the chickpeas. Do you have a roasted chickpea recipe?
if at first you don't succeed! 😔✖️✖️✖️✖️
,,,,,,had a 🛁 bath ,whilst cooking onion sweet potato, came down n they were black 🖤 will try again
also,shop outfa kale
to say oops that's a mistake
This was delicious, I'd make a bit of extra dressing next time but that's probably because I free styled the portions :-D
Delicious!
I love this salad so much!
Love this recipe so much flavor yum 😋
Loved this recipe! I roasted the chickpeas as well for more texture (all in the air fryer) and added cranberries on top to finish. Delicious dressing with the mint!
Surprisingly delicious. I've never been a fan of Kale, and this recipe doesn't even cook it, however I do really enjoy sweet potato. I have to admit this recipe will be a regular in my diet now though.
Full of flavor! An new favourite for me!
Delicious!
Sooooo good! The mint really added a lot, I almost skipped it because I didn’t have fresh but I used dry and it really brought some great flavour. Don’t skip it! :) I’ve also never taken the time to massage kale before but it made a huge difference. Thanks!
Oh my this is so good! I especially love the mint! I used minced onions instead of onion powder. Thank you for this recipe!
Completely, utterly delicious. Added about a tsp of salt to the kale, but otherwise, chef's kiss!
Just amazing!
I LOVED this salad! I added sunflower and hemp seeds instead of almonds. Also, I forgot to buy mint at the store. I’m making this again this weekend for guests and I know they will enjoy it. I plan to double or triple the dressing and I won’t forget the mint this time. 😊
Makes me extra happy eating and digesting. Excellent!!! Thank you PUL.
Thank you for this delicious recipe! Didn't know what to expect from kale but it was very pleasant to eat prepared in this way. Leftovers were even more delicious the following day! Next time, I'll double or triple the mint because I love it and can never have enough, haha!
Nice flavors but needs more textural variation. I added sunflower seeds on top of the nuts but that was still not enough. to offset the mushiness. I would suggest swapping out some of the kale and/or roasted onion for raw radicchio (in addition to sunflower seeds!) I think that would add a nice level of crunch. Also I think you could easily increase the mint by at least half if you want a more flavorful dressing, I used 6 leaves and it was good but understated.
Absolutely fabulous!
Simply fabulous!! The dressing is on point, and this being my first time massaging kale I was really impressed with the results. I swapped almonds for walnuts because it's what I had. The taste was even better the second day and the textures held up well!
Made this for dinner tonight and it was so good! Nutritious and satisfying. The mint adds such a fresh touch. Will be making again. Thank you for the recipe 🙏
So good, such a wonderful blend of flavors! Massaging the kale worked, and instead of avocado I added a snack-size guacamole to the dressing. The lemon in the dressing will keep the guac from browning. This is definitely a keeper!
Love this 😍
Very yummy, quick to prepare and healthy - what can you ask more?!
My Mother and I just made this today. Absolutely delicious! We aren’t vegan so we enjoyed it with an egg on the side with some Labneh and flatbread. Well done Pick up Limes! You’ve done it again💕
I made this earlier this week and it was so good that I’m going to make it again today! I already had some roasted sweet potatoes in my fridge, so I quick pickled the onions and they were great on this salad. I agree with others, the dressing is great!
My husband and I really enjoyed this salad! Such a nice combination of flavors and textures. And the sweet potato and chickpeas elevate the salad to a filling meal.
I am also getting excited to learn more salad dressings from you - this one was really tasty!
I made this for dinner tonight and it was Fantastic. I would absolutely make this again. I could see this being a new staple in our house.
I absolutely loved it & I know everyone else will too!
Thank you so much for your hard work in this delightful treat.
This was amazing, even my husband who doesn’t like kale loved this recipe! I didn’t have red onion or maple syrup but yellow onion and agave worked perfectly fine. So much fiber and a kick of protein from the chickpeas makes this salad a winner!
Delicious! I’ve never massaged kale before, but wow it makes such a difference! Thanks PUL for great recipes plus the cooking tips!
Made this for dinner last night. Very good! Light and filling. Perfect for summer/spring. Had to share this recipe with my family.
My favorite
Made this for a work luncheon today with mostly carnivores who do not like kale and they loved it!! This was delicious and it will become a regular in our home!
What kind of kale did you use?
Love your recipes 💕
Thanks
So good!
Love the salad, however I didn’t have chickpeas, so I used black beans instead.
This salad was absolutely delicious and easy to make. I separated the trey bake, kale, and dressing into separate containers so I could take it to work for lunch the next 3 days. Worked well.
The best salad I’ve ever eaten! Thank you for this recipe 🤩
I have never eaten a raw kale until now and I was afraid at first, but the taste is incredible.
My only problem is that i chopped the kale too large, and its takes some time to chew it :D
Nice to have a delicious kale salad without dried cranberries in the recipe! Love the fresh mint dressing! Brilliant!
Oh my goodness, sooo good and balanced! I would just say it needs more dressing. Going to double up on the dressing to add as needed next time!
Great salad! Super nutritious and very yummy! I'm not vinaigrette person but this one is fantastic!
I will definitely be making it again. It's a great way to eat kale and get a good source of iron!
Thank you PUL. 😍😍
Incredibly tasty!!! This is my first recipe on this app, and it was easy, nutritious and absolutely delightful💕
If I had to describe this dish in one word it would be “WOW”. Such a great combination of flavor and texture. The combination of using the sauce to flavor the sweet potato and tofu pre-bake plus the dressing to top the salad was delicious.
Will definitely add this into my regular rotation.
Fantastic, perfect as a dinner after the gym ✌🏼
So good!!!!!!
Super easy to put together, and I LOVE the red onions and roasted garlic in this. The dressing was a little sharp for me, so I may add some tahini and decrease the vinegar slightly next time.
I was worried that the leftovers wouldn’t keep because I had mixed everything together, but they were still good the next day!
Tasty
So simple yet so rich in flavour (and color). ❤
Wow! I did not expect it to taste that good because it's kale 😅. I am from Philippines and the ingredients in this recipe are not staples in our country, which is why there were a few things that I did not expect from this dish. The sweet potatoes - which are super delicious I could eat them all by themselves - and the sauce are the best about this dish, for me. I realized that I did not make enough after I had finished a bowl of this dish by myself. Can't wait to make it again and bring it to work 😍.
So good! The addition of avocados is just, chef's kiss 🥗
I absolutely loved this salad. I had some leftover vegan hoisin duck and I mixed it with the salad and it paired so so well !! Will definitely make it again.
Made this a few times over the last weeks and it is amazing! I used pine nuts this time, also a great combo. Perfect healthy meal to take to work :)
This was so delicious :) !
Loved it! Kale is so boring to eat but you just know the best way to make it interesting!!!!
This salad is by far my favourite dish ❤️ love it
For as simple as this is, it is very tasty! Next time I’ll roast the chickpeas as well.
Light but also comforting. A delightful combo!
Very savory, I love it ! I added a granny apple, just because I add granny apples to all my salad recipe haha
This was delicious- lots of flavor & texture, plus easy to make. Added some pomegranate seeds, pumpkin & sunflower seeds and was perfect!
Love this recipe, easy and delicious. Thanks Pick up Limes