Sweet Potato and Macadamia Nut Salad with Finger Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

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Roasted sweet potatoes and crunchy macadamia nuts tossed in a zesty finger lime vinaigrette, perfect for a refreshing Australian-inspired salad. This Australian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, macadamia nuts, 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: 25 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium, peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces sweet potatoes
1/2 cup, roughly chopped macadamia nuts
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 cups mixed salad greens
2 tbsp finger lime pearls
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 peeled and cubed medium sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 2: While the sweet potatoes roast, toast 1/2 cup roughly chopped macadamia nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat.
Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp white wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard until emulsified.
Step 4: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, the roasted sweet potatoes, toasted macadamia nuts, and 2 tbsp finger lime pearls. Drizzle the dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
Step 5: Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm sweet potatoes and crisp greens with citrusy bursts from the finger limes.