Name: Orzo Sweet Potato Salad with Dijon Maple Dressing
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 1.5 cups orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions; 1 cup chopped fresh parsley; 0.5 cup chopped pecans, toasted; 0.25 cup dried cranberries; For the Dressing:; 0.33 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Orzo Sweet Potato Salad with Dijon Maple Dressing

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A colorful and flavorful orzo salad featuring roasted sweet potatoes and a tangy-sweet Dijon maple dressing. This make-ahead salad is perfect for potlucks, holiday tables, or as a meal prep lunch.

Author: purejoyalex
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 25 min
Total Time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Salad
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1.5 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1.5 cups orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
0.5 cup chopped pecans, toasted
0.25 cup dried cranberries
For the Dressing:
0.33 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
On a large baking sheet, toss the diced sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Spread them in a single layer.
Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through. Let cool.
While the sweet potatoes roast, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 0.33 cup olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, roasted sweet potatoes, chopped parsley, toasted pecans, and dried cranberries.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Serve the salad immediately at room temperature or chill for later. This salad is great for meal planning.

Notes

This salad can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
For best flavor, let the salad sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving if it has been refrigerated.
You can substitute walnuts for pecans if desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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