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Tropical Sweet Potato Salad

A great choice instead of the traditional potato salad. The spices, pineapple and toasted pecans provide the perfect complement to the naturally sweet yams.

Ingredients:

2 lbs. sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and cubed
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1 cup chopped celery
1 bunch green onions, sliced
1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/3 cup light mayonnaise
1 tsp. grated orange rind
2 tbsp. orange juice
1 tbsp. honey
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
Salt to taste

Instructions:

In a saucepan, cook sweet potatoes for 8 to 10 minutes in boiling water just until tender. Do not overcook. Drain and toss with lemon juice; set aside. Add the celery, green onions, pineapple chunks, and pecans. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, orange rind, orange juice, honey, ginger, and salt. Mix the mayonnaise dressing with the sweet potato mixture, tossing gently. Serve immediately or cover and chill. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

Nutrition:

Per serving: CAL 140 (18% from fat); FAT 3g; PROTEIN 1.8g; CARB 28.8g; CHOL 1mg; SODIUM 42mg

Credits:

Created by Louisiana Sweet Potato Commission spokesperson, Holly Clegg.