Nutritious Sweet Potato, Kale, and Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing
Description:
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of our Sweet Potato, Kale, and Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing. This hearty kale salad is not only delicious but also perfect for meal-prep lunches, maintaining its freshness for up to 4 days. Experience a delightful combination of flavors and textures, complemented by the crunch of roasted sweet potatoes and the creaminess of our signature Peanut Dressing.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound sweet potatoes (approximately 2 medium), scrubbed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 cup Peanut Dressing (refer to Associated Recipes)
- 6 cups chopped curly kale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast (refer to Tip)
- ¼ cup chopped unsalted peanuts
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, lightly coated with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast, turning once, until tender, lightly browned, and crispy on the outside (approximately 20 minutes). Set aside to cool before assembling bowls.
- Transfer 2 tablespoons of peanut dressing into each of 4 small lidded containers; refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Divide kale among 4 single-serving containers (approximately 1 1/2 cups each). Top each with one-fourth of the roasted sweet potatoes and 1/2 cup chicken. Seal the containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Just before serving, drizzle each salad with 1 portion of peanut dressing and toss well to coat. Top with 1 tablespoon of chopped peanuts.
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