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Sweet Potato Salad

By: christal 
"A delicious change from regular potato salad. Sweet potatoes are tossed with raisins and walnuts in a sweet creamy dressing. An excellent fall side dish."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (9)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

  1. Place potatoes into a large saucepan, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 8 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the mayonnaise and brown sugar. Stir in the sweet potatoes, walnuts and raisins until evenly coated. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 465 | Total Fat: 31.8g | Cholesterol: 10mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 10, 2004 by MADISONS   view full review
I prepared this recipe just as directed. After tasting it I added a tablespoon of lemon...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2008 by GRACEANDFAITH   view full review
THIS IS A GREAT RECIPE! EVERYONE LOVED IT AT OUR LAST FAMILY GATHERING, ALTHOUGH I DID CUT THE...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 1, 2006 by Amy   view full review
You'll be a fan of this fall salad if you like Waldorf salad. I served it with a nice pot...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 17, 2004 by Lucky Clover   view full review
This is definitely a different twist on sweet potatoes. I used canned instead of fresh, and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2008 by Foodie Family   view full review
great salad....used 1 cup of light salad dressing and 1/2 cup of cranraisins plus a half TBSP...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 27, 2008 by Doleabakes   view full review
I was pleasantly surprised with this recipe. The flavor was nice. I did substitute the walnuts...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2009 by Michaly   view full review
We liked this salad. It is savory and hearty. I would definitely make it again. I also used...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2009 by Jessica   view full review
Easy to put together. Definitely different.
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2008 by Diane   view full review
This was pretty good. different

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