Oz's Colorful Harvest Salad

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A rainbow of crisp vegetables, roasted sweet potatoes, and crumbled feta tossed in a honey-balsamic vinaigrette. This american-inspired soups (vegan) ready in about 55 minutes pairs medium sweet potatoes, romaine lettuce, red cabbage for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tsp olive oil and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine shredded romaine, shredded red cabbage, and halved grape tomatoes. Add roasted sweet potatoes and crumbled feta.
  3. Step 3: In a small jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and salt. Pour the dressing over the salad, tossing to coat evenly.
  4. Step 4: Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oz's Colorful Harvest Salad take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Oz's Colorful Harvest Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium sweet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oz's Colorful Harvest Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Oz's Colorful Harvest Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Oz's Colorful Harvest Salad vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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