Sweet potatoes can range in flesh color, but most commonly eaten are the orange tubers. They are packed full of nutrients and fiber, and contain 438% of your daily value of infection-fighting vitamin A and, like carrots, sweet potatoes are a major source of skin-protecting beta-carotene. Also, a medium sweet potato has 28% more potassium than a banana. One of my favorite starchy vegetables, I enjoy sweet potatoes in almost any form of a healthy recipe. Enjoy!
SIMPLE ROASTED SWEET-POTATO SALAD adapted from Rodale Healthy Recipe Finder
- PREP TIME: 12 mins
- COOK TIME: 40 mins
- TOTAL TIME: 52 mins
- SERVES: 4
ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1″ chunks
- 2 large red bell peppers, cut into 1″ pieces
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 pound arugula
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. In a large roasting pan, combine the oil, salt, and black pepper. Add the sweet potatoes and bell peppers and toss to coat well. Roast, stirring occasionally, for 40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Remove from the oven and stir in the vinegar.
3.Place the arugula in a large serving bowl. Add the potato mixture and toss to coat well. Serve immediately.
* Enjoy as a side dish, or add fish or chicken to make it a complete meal!
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