Sweet Potato and Beetroot Salad with Macadamia Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

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Roasted sweet potato and beetroot tossed in a creamy macadamia nut dressing with fresh herbs for a vibrant Australian-inspired salad. This Australian-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed, beetroots, peeled and cubed, olive oil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups beetroots, peeled and cubed
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup macadamia nuts, roasted
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp honey
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 cups peeled and cubed sweet potatoes and 2 cups peeled and cubed beetroots with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
Step 2: Roast the vegetables for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and caramelized at edges.
Step 3: While roasting, prepare the dressing by blending 1/3 cup roasted macadamia nuts, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Transfer the roasted vegetables to a large bowl and toss with the macadamia dressing.
Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for brightness and serve warm or at room temperature.