Spiced Peanut Sweet Potato Salad

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This vibrant bowl features roasted sweet potatoes tossed in warm spices, paired with crisp radicchio, fresh spinach or arugula, sliced cucumber, red onion, and creamy avocado. A zesty peanut dressing made from peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and chili flakes brings a rich, nutty finish. It’s an easy, colorful dish ideal for a light lunch or dinner, offering satisfying flavors and textures with nutritious ingredients.

Updated on Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:54:00 GMT
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A vibrant nourishing salad bowl featuring roasted spiced sweet potatoes crisp radicchio creamy avocado and a zesty peanut dressing—perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.

The first time I made this salad I was amazed at how the spicy roasted sweet potatoes complemented the crunchy radicchio and creamy avocado creating a bowl that's both comforting and refreshing.

Ingredients

  • Sweet potatoes: 2 medium peeled and diced about 500 g
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp
  • Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
  • Ground cumin: 1/2 tsp
  • Ground coriander: 1/2 tsp
  • Sea salt: 1/2 tsp
  • Black pepper: 1/4 tsp
  • Radicchio: 1 small head cored and thinly sliced about 150 g
  • Baby spinach or arugula: 120 g
  • Avocado: 1 large sliced
  • Cucumber: 1 small thinly sliced
  • Red onion: 1/4 small thinly sliced
  • Roasted peanuts: 30 g roughly chopped
  • Fresh cilantro leaves: 2 tbsp optional
  • Smooth peanut butter: 3 tbsp
  • Lime juice: 2 tbsp
  • Soy sauce: 1 tbsp use tamari for gluten-free
  • Honey or maple syrup: 1 tbsp
  • Chili flakes: 1/2 tsp
  • Water: 2 3 tbsp as needed for consistency

Instructions

Preheat oven:
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Season sweet potatoes:
In a large bowl toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil smoked paprika cumin coriander salt and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Roast potatoes:
Roast for 20 25 minutes turning halfway through until tender and golden brown. Set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare dressing:
In a small bowl whisk together the peanut butter lime juice soy sauce honey chili flakes and 2 tablespoons of water. Add more water if needed to reach a pourable consistency.
Assemble salad base:
In a large salad bowl combine radicchio spinach (or arugula) cucumber and red onion.
Add sweet potatoes:
Add the warm roasted sweet potatoes and toss gently.
Top and garnish:
Arrange avocado slices on top and sprinkle with chopped peanuts and cilantro.
Finish and serve:
Drizzle generously with the spiced peanut dressing just before serving.
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This salad became a quick weeknight favorite with my family especially when paired with a bright citrusy drink and shared on our sunlit back porch.

Required Tools

Baking sheet large mixing bowl small bowl for dressing whisk chef's knife cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains peanuts and soy may contain gluten if regular soy sauce is used always check labels contains avocado though rare allergen

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories 350 total fat 19 g carbohydrates 38 g protein 8 g per serving

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Serve right away for the freshest taste or pack for a colorful meal on the go. This bowl will brighten any table and every bite.

Spiced Peanut Sweet Potato Salad

Roasted sweet potatoes, crisp radicchio, avocado, and peanut dressing combine in a vibrant bowl.

Prep Time
15 minutes
Time to Cook
25 minutes
Overall Time
40 minutes
Recipe by Fordish Mia Harper


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Fusion

Result 4 Portion Size

Dietary Details Vegetarian Option, No Dairy, Gluten-Free

Ingredient List

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (approximately 1.1 lbs)
02 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
06 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
07 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Salad

01 1 small head radicchio, cored and thinly sliced (about 5.3 oz)
02 4.2 oz baby spinach or arugula
03 1 large avocado, sliced
04 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
05 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 1 oz roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
07 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Spiced Peanut Dressing

01 3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
02 2 tablespoons lime juice
03 1 tablespoon soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
04 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
05 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
06 2 to 3 tablespoons water, as needed

Directions

Step 01

Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting.

Step 02

Season Sweet Potatoes: Combine diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, sea salt, and black pepper in a large bowl, ensuring even coating.

Step 03

Roast Sweet Potatoes: Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway, until tender and golden. Remove and let cool slightly.

Step 04

Prepare Dressing: Whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, chili flakes, and 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Adjust consistency with additional water if necessary.

Step 05

Assemble Salad Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine radicchio, spinach or arugula, cucumber, and red onion, tossing gently.

Step 06

Combine Ingredients: Add the warm roasted sweet potatoes to the salad base and toss carefully to mix.

Step 07

Add Toppings: Arrange sliced avocado atop the salad, then sprinkle with chopped peanuts and cilantro leaves as desired.

Step 08

Serve with Dressing: Drizzle the spiced peanut dressing generously over the salad just before serving.

Tools Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board

Allergy Details

Review each ingredient for allergens. Ask your doctor if you’re unsure.
  • Contains peanuts and soy (from soy sauce)
  • May contain gluten if regular soy sauce is used; use tamari for gluten-free
  • Contains avocado (rare allergen)

Nutrition Details (each serving)

Values provided for reference. Consult your medical provider with questions.
  • Energy Value: 350
  • Lipids: 19 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Proteins: 8 g