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Loaded Sweet Potato Salad

October 6, 2013 · by Ari · 17 Comments

A healthy twist on a loaded baked sweet potato and potato salad. Looking for more sweet potato recipes? Check these out!

Loaded Sweet Potato Salad

Last month we hosted a barbecue at our house. I like to do a BYOM&B (bring your own meat & booze)–I make all the sides and desserts, and everyone can choose their own meat (or non-meat) and whatever they want to drink. It saves a lot of money, and you don’t have to worry so much about numbers, RSVPs, etc. It can be more laid back, and it makes it easier to invite all your friends.

Loaded Sweet Potato Salad

I created something like 5 new recipes that day, and they all turned out amazing. Let me tell you, that never  happens. It was a miracle. For the sides, I made a Thai peanut slaw (coming soon…) and this baby. There was a big debate over which side was better. Nobody could agree, but I can tell you that this was Steve’s favorite. Mine too. 😉

Loaded Sweet Potato Salad

The recipe is super easy, and other than the time spent cooking the potatoes, it comes together in minutes. I just took a little spin with the concept of my loaded baked potato salad, and it was literally love at first bite. The sweetness of the sweet potatoes with salty bacon and tangy goat cheese…uggghhh–it’s just so right.

Loaded Sweet Potato Salad

And I love how this is a side dish that’s perfect for all seasons–it’s perfect for a summer barbecue, but to me the sweet potatoes scream fall, and it’s such an easy dish to throw together that you can literally take it with you to just about any party, or even eat it as a meal for lunch! The Greek yogurt packs it with protein while the sweet potatoes add healthy carbs, and tons of vitamins. It’s literally the best of every world.

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Loaded Sweet Potato Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Yield: 6-8 servings

Loaded Sweet Potato Salad

Healthy, protein and vitamin packed loaded sweet potato salad with Greek yogurt, goat cheese and center cut bacon

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 lb center cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 heaping cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese (I used and herb goat cheese)
  • Generous pinch each salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400. Pierce potatoes several times with a fork. Transfer to a large baking dish and cook until softened, about 45 minutes. Let cool for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Cut baked sweet potatoes into 1" cubes. Place all ingredients in a large bowl, and lightly toss until combined. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Filed Under: Appetizers, Fall, Gluten-free, Holiday & Seasonal, Salads, savory, Side Dish · Tagged: cheese, gluten free, greek yogurt, recipe, salad, side, side dish, sweet potato

Comments

  1. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says

    October 6, 2013 at 9:56 pm

    I’ve never had sweet potato in a potato salad! This looks scrumptious!
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  2. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    October 7, 2013 at 2:34 am

    My hubs first time of tasting potato salad was actually a similar version of this. He LOVED it! Then when he had a traditional version he thought it was disgusting. I’ll have to save this one for him!
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  3. Katy says

    October 7, 2013 at 4:25 am

    This is so creative! And good for you for creating five new recipes that all worked out. That is sure a tough thing to do
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  4. Jennifer F says

    October 7, 2013 at 4:31 am

    A fantastic combo, two of my favs! Sweet potatoes and greek yogurt
    Jennifer F recently posted…Top Healthy Cookbooks – TheFitFork.com’s PicksMy Profile

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  5. Jamie @ couchtoironwoman says

    October 7, 2013 at 6:44 am

    I love sweet potatoes, this sounds delicious! I miss BBQs now that it is fall!
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  6. Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says

    October 7, 2013 at 7:07 am

    Love the BYOM&B idea! Especially for large groups- what a great way to take off the stress but keep everyone happy. And you’ve got so many amazing side dishes!
    Laura @ Mommy Run Fast recently posted…Fall 5 and 10 October Recap and WinnersMy Profile

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  7. Lora @ Crazy Running Girl says

    October 7, 2013 at 7:12 am

    This sounds AMAZING! Thanks for sharing!!

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  8. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats says

    October 7, 2013 at 7:48 am

    I have thought of trying sweet potato in a salad but just wasn’t sure- glad to see it turned out great and love what you did with the goat cheese and bacon. YUM! I have been craving sweet potatoes and squash big time. Can I ask you a Q about your pics. What are you using for your black background? Thanks Ari!
    Melanie @ Nutritious Eats recently posted…Kale and Butternut Squash Frittata {Meatless Monday}My Profile

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  9. Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

    October 7, 2013 at 8:16 am

    This is so creative! I wouldn’t have thought of this idea, but it seems so obvious now that I see it. I am sure it’ll be a new classic. I love the goat cheese in here because I love sweet potato and goat cheese together. Yumminess!
    Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes recently posted…sweetpotato and black bean chili burrito bowlsMy Profile

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  10. Jaime says

    October 7, 2013 at 9:35 am

    OMG, Ari, that looks so delicious. I need to try making it sometime!

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  11. She Rocks Fitness says

    October 7, 2013 at 9:42 am

    AMAZING and cannot wait to try this out…Now I just need to pick up some bacon! 🙂
    She Rocks Fitness recently posted…Eggplant Bolognese RecipeMy Profile

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  12. Becki @ Fighting for Wellness says

    October 7, 2013 at 12:59 pm

    Talk about PERFECT for a party! Yum!
    Becki @ Fighting for Wellness recently posted…Healthy Holidays Challenge 2.0My Profile

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  13. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says

    October 7, 2013 at 5:12 pm

    This is going on my Sweet Potato Pinterest Board ASAP!
    Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen recently posted…Banana Bread with Chocolate GlazeMy Profile

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  14. ashley - baker by nature says

    October 8, 2013 at 12:05 pm

    Sweet potato salad is one of my all time favorite side dishes! This looks so yummy! xo
    ashley – baker by nature recently posted…Whole Wheat Cranberry Ginger Chocolate Chip CookiesMy Profile

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  15. Healthy Gifts in a Basket says

    October 12, 2013 at 8:18 am

    Healthy and full of flavour. I love that you added a little bit of bacon to the sweet potato. I’m getting hungry. The photos are great. Thanks

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  16. Lisa @ RunWiki says

    October 14, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    Looks so good!!! I wish I were the lucky person coming to your house for the BBQ!!
    Lisa @ RunWiki recently posted…Being Resilient…We slip up and then we stand upMy Profile

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