Sweet & Creamy Sweet Potato Salad
Easy Homemade Sweet Potato Salad Recipe
When you suddenly crave a fresh and delicious salad, there’s no better choice than this delightful mix of sweet potatoes, crisp apples, and soft bananas. It’s incredibly simple to make, so anyone can follow along with ease. This delicious sweet potato salad is perfect as a children’s snack or a light meal. Let’s make it now!
Salad Ingredients
- 1 fresh apple
- 1 ripe banana
- About 1/2 cup canned sweet corn, drained
- 1 medium sweet potato
Dressing Ingredients
- Mayonnaise (add more or less to your preference)
- Mayonnaise (add more or less to your preference)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients. Wash the sweet potato thoroughly and peel its skin. Using fresh fruits will make the salad’s flavor even richer.
Step 2
Steam the peeled sweet potato. If the sweet potato is large, cutting it into 3-4 pieces can shorten the cooking time. Steam for about 20-30 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 3
Peel the ripe banana and slice it into bite-sized pieces. Slicing them too small might cause them to mush, so maintaining a moderate size is best.
Step 4
Wash the apple, remove the core, and slice it into bite-sized pieces, similar to the banana. The apple’s crisp texture will add a refreshing element to the salad.
Step 5
In a large bowl, add the sliced apples and bananas first. Next, drain the sweet corn and add it to the bowl. The corn’s sweetness will enhance the salad’s overall flavor.
Step 6
It’s best to mash the sweet potato while it’s still warm after steaming and letting it cool slightly. Place the warm sweet potato in a steam-vented bag or a covered container, and mash it with your hands until smooth. It’s important to mash it evenly without large lumps.
Step 7
Add the mashed sweet potato to the bowl with the fruits and corn. Now it’s time to add a generous amount of mayonnaise to determine the salad’s taste. Adjust the quantity according to your preference. The mayonnaise’s creaminess will bind all the ingredients together.
Step 8
Using a spoon, gently mix all the ingredients with the mayonnaise until well combined. The key is to mix softly so as not to mash the sweet potato, fruits, or corn excessively.
Step 9
Transfer the well-mixed sweet potato salad to a serving dish, and it’s complete! Serving it chilled will make it even more refreshing and delicious.
Step 10
This salad is also delicious served on warm toast or crackers, or as a filling for sandwiches. You can also add nuts or dried fruits for a different flavor profile, according to your taste.
