Roasted Sweet Potato and Avocado Salad with Tahini Dressing

This hearty salad features roasted sweet potatoes, creamy avocado, and a tangy tahini dressing. It’s a great mix of flavors and textures, making it both satisfying and nutritious.

Cook time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0 salt to taste
• 0 black pepper to taste
• 0.25 cup tahini
• 1 lemon juiced
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons water to thin, if needed
• 0 salt to taste
• 0 black pepper to taste
• 4 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
• 1 avocado sliced
• 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds toasted

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized. Let cool slightly.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and water until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. In a large salad bowl, combine the roasted sweet potatoes, baby spinach or mixed greens, avocado slices, and toasted pumpkin seeds.
4. Drizzle the tahini dressing over the salad and toss gently. Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, earthy flavors.