Red-Leaf Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans

Name: Red-Leaf Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 medium red onion, quartered; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed; 1/3 cup walnuts; 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar; 1 garlic clove, crushed through a garlic press; 1 head red-leaf lettuce (10 ounces), torn into bite-size pieces

December 22, 2011

WHY IT’S LIGHT Low-fat yogurt, garlic, and vinegar are combined in a creamy, tangy dressing—without a drop of oil. Walnuts roasted with the vegetables add satisfying crunch and not much fat.

Recipe information

Yield
serves 4

Ingredients

2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

1 medium red onion, quartered

2 tablespoons olive oil

Coarse salt and ground pepper

1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed

1/3 cup walnuts

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar

1 garlic clove, crushed through a garlic press

1 head red-leaf lettuce (10 ounces), torn into bite-size pieces

Preparation

Step 1
Preheat oven to 450°F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss together sweet potatoes, onion, and oil; season with salt and pepper. Spread evenly and roast until sweet potatoes are browned and tender, about 20 minutes, tossing potatoes halfway through.
Step 2
Add green beans and walnuts to sheet; toss. Roast until beans are tender, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, vinegar, and garlic; season dressing with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Place lettuce in a large serving bowl; top with roasted vegetable mixture, and drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.
nutrition information
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(Per Serving)
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Calories: 257
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Fat: 13.4g (2.1g Saturated Fat)
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Protein: 8.1g
Step 9
Carbohydrates: 29.2
Step 10
Fiber: 5.9g

Everyday Food: Light

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