Sunday, October 5, 2014

Curried Sweet Potato Salad

Curried Sweet Potato Salad

Reap the benefits of one of nature’s truly perfect foods. Sweet potatoes are low in calories, high in fiber, great for those who are carb-sensitive, and packed with vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients:

2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into rough 3/4" chunks
3 Tbsp pecans
1/2 c fat-free plain yogurt
2 Tbsp light mayonnaise
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp curry powder
1/8 tsp salt
1 c juice-packed canned pineapple tidbits, drained
3 scallions, sliced

Directions:

1. PLACE the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and barely cover with cold water. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer, covered, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until tender. Drain and let cool.
2. MEANWHILE, cook the pecans in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring often, for 3 to 4 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Tip onto a plate and let cool. Chop coarsely.
3. WHISK the yogurt, mayonnaise, sugar, curry powder, and salt in a salad bowl until well blended. Add the pineapple, scallions, and sweet potatoes. Mix gently with a rubber spatula. Sprinkle with the toasted pecans and serve immediately, or cover and chill until ready to serve.
NUTRITION (per serving) 224 calories, 4 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 4 g protein, 45 g carbohydrates, 18 g sugar, 6 g fiber, 186 mg sodium

Source:  prevention.com

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