Description
This roasted sweet potato salsa combines tender sweet potatoes with fresh avocados, tomatoes, and cilantro, all brightened with a squeeze of lime juice. Perfect as a side dish or a vibrant appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced small
- 1 red onion, diced small
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced small
- 2 avocados, diced small
- 4 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray or lightly coat with olive oil.
- Toss together the diced sweet potatoes, red onion, and olive oil on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted sweet potatoes and onions with the diced tomatoes, avocados, and chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately as a side salad, with tortilla chips, or as a topping for chicken or pork.
Notes
This salsa can be served in various ways: as a side salad, with tortilla chips, or as a topping for chicken or pork. Consider doubling the recipe for larger gatherings. The salsa is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 9
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0