Warm Sweet Potato Pecan Salad

Sweet potatoes and pecans are two foods that are packed with essential nutrients and health benefits, and when combined in this warm sweet potato and pecan salad, they create a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for any season.

In addition to being a tasty and nutritious dish, this warm sweet potato pecan salad is also good for gut health.

Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, fiber, and vitamin C. Vitamin A is essential for proper vision and immune system function, while fiber helps to regulate blood sugar levels and keep us full longer.

Vitamin C plays an important role in immunity and skin health, and it's best to gently steam or roast sweet potatoes until they are "just" tender to preserve their nutrient content.

Sweet potatoes are a great source of dietary fiber, which is essential for maintaining a healthy gut. The fiber in sweet potatoes helps to promote regular bowel movements, prevent constipation, and keep the digestive system functioning properly. Additionally, sweet potatoes contain resistant starch, which acts as a prebiotic and feeds the good bacteria in the gut, promoting a healthy balance of gut flora.

Pecans are a great source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, zinc, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, and healthy monounsaturated fats that are essential for good gut health. These healthy fats help to lower cholesterol levels and may reduce inflammation in the body.

In addition, the dressing for this recipe contains apple cider vinegar, which is a natural probiotic that helps to promote the growth of good bacteria in the gut. Dijon mustard and garlic also have prebiotic properties and can help to promote a healthy balance of gut flora.

This warm sweet potato pecan salad is a simple, seasonal, and yummy dish that is perfect for anyone looking to add more nutritious foods to their diet. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed as a main dish or as a side dish. So, give it a try and taste the power of sweet potatoes and pecans combined!

Warm Sweet Potato Pecan Salad

Ingredients

*3 medium sweet potatoes, cut into cubes (2 lbs)
*1 bell pepper, red, seeded, and diced
*1/2 red onion, diced
*1/4 cup parsley, fresh, chopped
*1/3 cup pecan, halves, raw
*salt, to taste
*pepper, to taste
*2 cups arugula (about 2 oz.)

Directions

Prep

1. Preheat oven to 400° F.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
3. Prepare the ingredients according to the instructions

Make

1. Put sweet potatoes in a large bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Spread out evenly on a baking sheet.
2. Roast until potatoes can be easily pierced with a fork but are not mushy – about 20 minutes.
3. Remove potatoes from the oven and while warm put them into a large bowl along with diced peppers, onion, and parsley. Toss to combine.

Dressing

Ingredients

• 3 Tbs Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 Tbs Worcestershire sauce
• 2 Tbs lemon juice, fresh

Directions

1. Add ingredients for dressing to a mason jar and shake vigorously. Adjust to taste.
2. Pour dressing over sweet potatoes, add pecans and toss gently.
3. Serve over arugula.

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