Ingredients
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For the Sweet Potato Salad:
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cranberry Chutney:
- 2 cups fresh cranberries (or frozen, if fresh are not available)
- 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed for best results)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
For the Walnut Pesto:
- 1 cup toasted walnuts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Additional Components:
- 2 balls of fresh burrata cheese
- Fresh arugula or mixed greens for serving
- 1/4 cup pomegranate arils (optional, for garnish)
- Toasted walnut halves, for extra crunch
Instructions
Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Cranberry Chutney
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, maple syrup, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the chutney thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the chutney cool to room temperature.
Step 3: Make the Walnut Pesto
- In a food processor, combine the toasted walnuts, fresh basil, grated Parmesan, chopped garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency (it should be thick but spreadable).
- Adjust seasoning if needed, then set aside.
Step 4: Assemble the Salad
- On a large serving platter or individual plates, create a base of fresh arugula or mixed greens.
- Scatter the roasted sweet potatoes over the greens.
- Break the burrata into halves or quarters and arrange them around the salad.
- Dollop generous spoonfuls of the cranberry chutney and walnut pesto over the salad.
- Sprinkle pomegranate arils and extra toasted walnut halves over the top for added color and crunch.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- Drizzle a bit of extra olive oil over the salad, if desired.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Protein: 12g