Ingredients
Vegetables and Eggs
- 3 cups sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- ½ cup celery (chopped)
- ¼ cup onion (diced)
- 3 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
Salad Dressing
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Spices and Herbs
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes. Cook them until fork-tender, approximately 10 minutes. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and allow them to cool slightly before mixing.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), whole grain mustard, apple cider vinegar, and granulated sugar. Add the chopped celery, diced onion, fresh parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything well until fully combined to create a flavorful dressing base.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Gently fold in the cooked sweet potatoes and chopped hard-boiled eggs into the dressing mixture. Be careful to mix evenly without mashing the potatoes, ensuring each piece is well coated with the dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and the salad chill thoroughly. Serve cold for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a tangier twist, substitute apple cider vinegar with lemon juice.
- Make sure not to overcook sweet potatoes to keep them from becoming mushy.
- Use Greek yogurt to reduce calories and add protein, or sour cream for a richer flavor.
- This salad can be prepared a day ahead to deepen the flavors.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley or paprika before serving for visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
