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Roasted Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Salad

Roasted Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Salad: A Cozy Fall Delight

This Roasted Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Salad combines earthy sweetness and richness for a beautiful, gluten-free dish perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes can substitute with Japanese sweet potato
  • 4 cups Baby Arugula can substitute with spinach or kale
  • 4 oz Soft Goat Cheese can replace with feta or a dairy-free cheese
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts can substitute with walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate Arils can use dried cranberries if unavailable
  • 1 medium Red Onion can substitute with shallots for a milder taste
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar can use apple cider vinegar as an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Wholegrain Mustard can replace with Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Honey can substitute with maple syrup for vegan options
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt Flakes
  • 1/4 tsp Cracked Black Pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Tray
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  2. Peel and cube sweet potatoes, then toss with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the cubes on the baking tray and roast for about 50 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, mustard, and honey for the dressing.
  5. Toast pine nuts in the oven for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Combine arugula, roasted sweet potatoes, and red onion in a bowl, then drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  7. Transfer to a serving platter and top with goat cheese, pine nuts, and pomegranate arils.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add the dressing just before serving to prevent wilting of the greens.

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