Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad Recipe
A flavorful and spicy Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad recipe that combines the sweetness of sweet potatoes with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers. This dish is creamy, tangy, and perfect as a side or main dish for any occasion.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Sweet Potato Salad:
- 1 lb sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup smoky chipotle aioli
- 2–3 TBSP chopped jalapeno pepper, seeds and membrane removed
- 2 TBSP chopped red bell pepper (optional)
- 1/2 tsp dried or fresh cilantro, to taste
- 1/8 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp salt, to taste
Smoky Chipotle Aioli:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup all-natural mayo
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 tsp Sriracha chili sauce
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1 TBSP lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Prepare the Sauce: In a food processor or blender, combine all ingredients for the smoky chipotle aioli and adjust spice level to taste by adding more or less chipotle peppers and Sriracha.
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Boil the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in water for 6-10 minutes until fork-tender.
- Combine Ingredients: Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and toss with the smoky chipotle aioli. Add in the diced peppers and season with cilantro, paprika, and salt.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad warm or chilled, and for an extra touch, serve it in a fresh bell pepper. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to four days.
Notes
- This salad can be customized with additional toppings like avocado, black beans, or corn.
- Adjust the spiciness of the aioli by controlling the amount of chipotle peppers and Sriracha sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad, Sweet Potato Recipe, Chipotle Aioli, Mexican Salad