Spicy Sweet Potato Salad Recipe
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Spicy Sweet Potato Salad

By: Patty Hern 
"It's important to use good mayonnaise in this recipe, and to let the cooked potatoes chill overnight before making the salad. Vary the seasoning amounts to suit your taste."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (51)

Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
1 Day 50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 sweet potatoes
  • 1 pound red potatoes
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 large red onion
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Wash, pierce with a fork, and microwave the sweet potatoes and Yukon Gold potatoes until tender. Boil the red potatoes in salted water until tender. Do not overcook the potatoes, or they will not hold up in the salad. Drain red potatoes and chill all three types overnight.
  2. Peel the sweet potatoes and Yukon Golds, and dice into 1/2 inch cubes. Cut red potatoes into fourths. Place all potatoes into a large bowl.
  3. Slice red onion thinly and place into a colander. Sprinkle the salt on the onion and let it sit in the colander for 30 minutes to drain. Squeeze onion to remove excess water, and add to the bowl with the potatoes. Mix in the garlic, jalapeno, lemon juice, mayonnaise, curry powder, parsley and pepper, and chill until ready to serve.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 333 | Total Fat: 22.1g | Cholesterol: 10mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2004 by Lesley Carol   view full review
I like the combo of sweet and white potatoes. If you don't want a mayo-based salad, apple...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2003 by oh boy! double joy!   view full review
I thought this recipe was wonderful and truly unique. I rarely give 5 stars, but really felt...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 2, 2005 by Kate   view full review
This is delicious! I used a small onion instead of large, minced jalapenos from a jar, lime...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2003 by HeyLookatMeLookatMe   view full review
I wanted to bring something 'different' to a party. I love love love sweet potatoes, but...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 8, 2004 by LORI110   view full review
This was okay but not a big hit at a family gathering. I used half the amount of curry and it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 23, 2004 by JENIALEXANDER   view full review
Skip the jalapenos if your family isn't into hot stuff, this recipe got rave reviews, I'll use...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2004 by Pamela   view full review
When you want more than just a simple potato salad.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2003 by BRIEBAKER   view full review
I made this as one of the salads for my son's high school graduation party about a month ago. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2003 by OVERLAY   view full review
This is great! Served to a visiting "meat and potatoes" man and he almost licked the plate. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2003 by BARBJSCHM   view full review
An interesting, zippy 3-potato salad. Not for all, but a nice side dish with burgers, hot...

 

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