High-Protein 5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Salad is a simple and healthy dish. The sweet potatoes provide a natural sweet taste in the salad and also add lots of protein to the dish. This potato salad can be prepared quickly in thirty minutes, so it is good for quick parties. High-Protein 5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Salad requires chickpeas, Greek yogurt, sweet potatoes, salt, and olive oil. We don’t even have to shop for these items, as they might be present in our kitchen as well. Serve this dish with roasted chicken or grilled vegetables for a filling meal. This dish doesn’t store well in the freezer because its texture will be ruined. It contains 12g of protein in one serving.
STATS:
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Time for prep: 10 minutes
- Cooking duration: 20 minutes
- Overall duration: 30 minutes
- Serving size: 1 bowl
- Cuisine: United States
- Course: Salad
- Diet: High-Protein
- Serving: 3
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking tray
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Spoon
INGREDIENTS:
- Two sweet potatoes
- One cup cooked chickpeas
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SWEET POTATOES:
- Sweet potatoes contain fiber, and they also provide a sweet taste and creaminess in the dish. Use the firm sweet potatoes to provide a good texture. Roast them to enhance the taste, then boil them to make them soft and moist.
CHICKPEAS:
- Chickpeas will add a protein source to this salad. It also adds richness and texture, along with fiber content. It is best to use the freshly cooked chickpeas for the best taste, though you can also use the canned chickpeas to save time.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt will make the creamy salad and it will also boost the protein in it. Plain Greek yogurt is best so its flavor will not interfere in the salad taste.
OLIVE OIL:
- It is used to drizzle on the salad to boost the taste and healthy fat content. It provides a rich flavor.
SALT:
- It will enrich and stabilize the taste of the salad. Adjust the salt quantity as we like.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Now peel the sweet potatoes & make the cubes.
- Roast them, then boil for 15 to 20 minutes till they get soft, then cool them lightly.
- Grab a large vessel and add the chickpeas & sweet potatoes to it.
- Then, include the Greek yogurt, salt, and olive oil and mix them all.
- Serve the salad.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEINS:
- Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken
- Baked Salmon Fillet
- Garlic Butter Shrimp
- Grilled Tofu Steaks
- Turkey Meatballs
GRAINS:
- Quinoa Pilaf
- Brown Rice
- Couscous Salad
- Whole Wheat Pita Bread
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
VEGETABLE:
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Steamed Broccoli
- Grilled Zucchini
- Honey Glazed Carrots
- Sautéed Green Beans
SALADS:
- Mixed Greens Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Coleslaw
- Spinach Strawberry Salad
- Arugula Parmesan Salad
SOUPS:
- Tomato Basil Soup
- Lentil Soup
- Chicken Vegetable Soup
- Butternut Squash Soup
- Minestrone Soup
SAUCES:
- Tahini Sauce
- Garlic Yogurt Dip
- Hummus
- Pesto Sauce
- Chimichurri Sauce
TIPS:
- Roast these sweet potatoes, then boil them to deepen their taste.
- Include the parsley, dill, or rosemary to include the fresh herbal flavor in the dish.
- Add the boiled eggs or tofu to the salad to include additional protein.
- Chill the salad, then serve it to provide a firm texture.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the salad to the tight vessel and store for 3 to 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Don’t freeze the salad as its texture will be ruined.
FAQs:
Will I add the other proteins instead to prepare this salad?
- Yes, we can include the grilled chicken, tofu, or lentils instead to add extra protein to the salad.
Is this sweet potato salad good for losing weight?
- This salad is enriched with fiber & protein so we don’t feel hungry for long time.
How to prepare the vegan salad?
- Use the vegan yogurt for this purpose.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 280 kcal
Protein: 12 g
Total carbs: 32 g
Serving: 1 bowl
Net carbs: 26 g
Fiber: 6 g
Fat: 10 g
Sodium: 220 mg
Potassium: 540 mg
Calcium: 150 mg
Serving size: 250 g
Iron: 2.5 mg
Vitamin A: 8.5 mg
