Tex-Mex Sweet- and Red-Potato Salad
- Total Time
- 1:05
- Prep
- 0:10
- Cook
- 0:55
- Serves
- 8
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Warm roasted potatoes are tossed with a lemony-cilantro mayonnaise and a good pinch of south-of-the-border seasonings that are sure to tickle your taste buds.
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uncooked potato(es)1 pound(s), Red Bliss potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
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uncooked sweet potato(es)1 pound(s), peeled, and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
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olive oil4 tsp
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uncooked onion(s)2 medium, chopped
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fat free mayonnaise6 Tbsp
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cilantro3 Tbsp, fresh, chopped
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lemon zest1 tsp, grated
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table salt½ tsp
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ground cumin½ tsp
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cayenne pepper⅛ tsp
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spray a large jelly-roll pan with nonstick spray. Combine the red and sweet potatoes with 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large bowl; arrange in a single layer in the pan. Roast, tossing occasionally, until well browned and tender, 35–40 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender, 12–15 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the potatoes.
- Combine the mayonnaise, cilantro, lemon zest, salt, cumin, coriander, and cayenne in a small bowl. Add to the potato mixture and mix well. Serve warm or at room temperature. Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.