Devour - Maple Sweet Potato Salad

Devour - Maple Sweet Potato Salad is a delicious and flavorful salad that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a tangy maple vinaigrette. It's a perfect side dish for any meal or a satisfying lunch option.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-sized cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, or baby kale)
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese

For the Maple Vinaigrette:

• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place the diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle them with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat the sweet potatoes evenly.
3. Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are tender and lightly caramelized. Stir them once or twice during cooking to ensure even browning.
4. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the maple vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
6. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, dried cranberries, chopped pecans or walnuts, and crumbled feta or goat cheese.
7. Drizzle the maple vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
8. Serve the Devour - Maple Sweet Potato Salad immediately as a side dish or a main course. Enjoy!

The combination of roasted sweet potatoes, tangy cranberries, crunchy nuts, and creamy cheese, all dressed in a sweet and tangy maple vinaigrette, makes this salad a delightful and satisfying dish. It's perfect for fall or anytime you're craving a delicious salad with a touch of sweetness.