Sweet Potato Salad with Feta, Pomegranate & Mint

Oh my, I developed this Sweet Potato Salad with Feta, mint and pomegranate almost by accident!

Thanks heavens. It was almost a fridge foraged supper, but wow it turned out so great 

Soft delicious garlicky sweet potatoes with crumbly Feta, coated in a yoghurt and honey dressing,  topped with pomegranate and pumpkin seeds, with a fresh mint twist – oh my!

What are Sweet Potatoes?

There are two types of sweet potatoes mainly. One that we all know is bright orange, the other has a paler creamy appearance. Sweet potatoes have soft and creamy texture when cooked and they are sweet in flavour

Sweet potatoes are native to the tropical Americas and are sometimes referred to as ‘yams’ in America.

 

Are sweet potatoes actually good for you?

Apparently from my research one sweet potato gives you just over 100% of the vitamin A you need each day. This helps keep your eyes healthy as well as your immune system, your body’s defense against germs. It’s also good for your reproductive system and organs like your heart for example. Theya re also good for digestion  

Sweet potatoes are generally thought to be healthier than regular potatoes, partly because of their incredibly high vitamin A content and a lower glycemic index.

 

Ingredients for your Sweet Potato, Feta, Pomegranate & Mint salad

Sweet Potatoes 

I cheated a bit and bought large Sweet Potato wedges for roasting as it was easier 

Alternatively just grab your sweet potatoes, wash elm and chop into wedges

Feta Cheese 

Feta cheese is a Greek brined white cheese made from sheep’s milk or from a mixture of sheep and goat’s milk.

It is soft, and quite compact to touch. When you cut it it tends to crumble. It has a slightly grainy texture but smooth to taste

Feta is lower in fat than many other cheeses, however, and is considered a reasonable option to eat in moderation.Feta cheese is high in nutrients like calcium and protein. Please be careful though as it’s quite salty to taste and is relatively high in

It is perfect for salads

Pomegranate Seeds

Often you will hear pomegranate seeds referred to as a superfood??  – I’m not sure what that really means .

However in my opinion and from research not only do they look beautiful and taste great they are also high in antioxidants and  vitamins, perfect for this salad 

I bought mine fresh in Tescos, hower you can get them prefaced in the chilled section at the supermarket now

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds are super nutritious. They also add a great nutty note and crunch to this salad!

Fat Free Natural Yoghurt

Provided and lovely base to the dressing. I just use any basic fat free natural yoghurt 

Honey 

Any honey will do, whatever you have in your cupboard. Honey ass a lovely additional sweetness 

Mint leaves 

I really suggest you include fresh mint leaves, then up. They ass such a fresh note 

 

How to roast your Sweet Potatoes for your Salad 

If you have whole sweet potatoes simply wash them and cut into wedges 

Then simply take your wedges and chopped garlic, spinkle with salt & black pepper, dried thyme and olive oil and toss so they are well coated 

Pop in a baking tray or dish and roast for 35 minutes (turning once at the 15 minute mark) until they are soft and golden (but not mushy)  

Remove from the oven and leave to cool 

 

 

 

Preparing your Sweet Potato and Feta Salad 

Grab yourself a beautiful plate or dish and construct your lovely salad – see recipe card at the bottom of post! 

Look how pretty it is as well as delicious & nutritious! 

 

 

How to serve your Sweet Potato Salad 

You can eat this salad as a side to many dishes, such as fish or chicken 

Or eat it as a main meal – if you do this you will need half the salad 

It’s also great at a summer party or a BBQ 

 

What can I do with my leftover salad 

I’m not sure there will be much left as it’s so good, but if there is simply pop in an airtight container and store in the fridge for a day. 

I donot to freeze as it doesn’t do well in the freezer! 

I take my leftover salas in Tupperware o work and eat as my lunch. So much better than a soggy sandwich

Top Tips 

1. You don’t have to be precious about quantities of ingredients – do what you like 
2. I also think adding beetroot and spinach would be lovely too 

Enjoy xxx

 

Other wonderful Salad recipes you might like 

Beetroot and Feta Salad easy!!

Easy Greek Pasta Salad

Fennel Salad with orange & mint

Mango and Avocado Salad with Black beans

Chickpea Salad, with avocado & artichokes

And here’s 5 salads ideas  on one post 

 

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