Saturday, January 29, 2011

Yummy Sweet Potato Salad


Sweet potatoes (yams) are high in fibre, low in sodium and full of vitamins C, A and B6. Raisins and pecans add colour and texture, and the celery and red onion intensify the flavour.

Ingredients:

8 cups sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup organic mayonnaise
1/2 cup organic raisins
1/2 cup raw pecans,(unsalted and chopped)
3/4 tsp ginger, ground
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup red onions, diced
1/2 tsp Sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Preparation

1.Steam potatoes until fork tender (about 20 minutes) then cool.
2.In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and toss gently with cooled, cooked potatoes. 3.Chill in refrigerator before serving.

Yields 4 - 6 servings.

This is delicious and light tasting....its a great new way to enjoy the taste and all the great benefits of sweet potatoes...go ahead and impress your guests...

Enjoy!!!!

Sylvie Thibert

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