Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing

Name: Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/3 cup pecans, toasted; 1/4 cup goat cheese or feta, crumbled; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

This sweet potato salad is a perfect balance of earthy roasted vegetables, crunchy pecans, and a tangy maple dressing.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026

Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Total

45 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about the combination of sweet, tender roasted potatoes and a punchy mustard dressing. It makes for a wonderful side dish during the cooler months or a hearty base for a lunch salad when topped with some greens.

My biggest tip is to make sure your sweet potato cubes are all roughly the same size. This ensures they cook evenly in the oven and get those lovely caramelized edges that make this dish so special.

Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup pecans, toasted
1/4 cup goat cheese or feta, crumbled
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Toss the sweet potato cubes with two tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large baking sheet.
3
Roast the sweet potatoes for about 25 to 30 minutes, turning them once halfway through, until they are tender and golden brown.
4
While the potatoes roast, whisk together the three tablespoons of olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl until smooth.
5
Let the potatoes cool slightly before placing them in a large serving bowl.
6
Drizzle the dressing over the potatoes and toss gently to coat.
7
Top the salad with the toasted pecans and crumbled cheese before serving.

💡 Tips

You can serve this salad warm or at room temperature. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. It tastes even better the next day once the flavors have had time to settle.

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