Sweet Potato Pasta Salad

This Sweet Potato Pasta Salad is creamy, flavorful, and ridiculously easy to make. Roasted sweet potatoes bring natural sweetness, while broccoli adds crunch and freshness. Tossed with shell pasta and a garlic Caesar dressing, it’s a hearty dish that works for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep. Perfect to enjoy chilled or at room temp!

Why You’ll Love This Sweet Potato Pasta Salad

• Easy to make: Simple ingredients and minimal steps for a quick, easy dish.
• Perfect for meal prep: Stays fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Balanced flavors: Sweet, savory, creamy, and garlicky in every bite.
• Wholesome & filling: Sweet potatoes and pasta make this both hearty and nutritious.
• Versatile: Works as a side dish, light lunch, or full dinner.

Recipe Tips

• Even roasting: Cut sweet potatoes into similar-sized cubes so they cook evenly.
• Cooling pasta: Rinse pasta under cool water to stop cooking and prevent sticking.
• Don’t overdress: Start with half the dressing, then add more as needed.
• Meal prep: Store in airtight containers for grab-and-go lunches.

Pasta Salad Variations

• Protein boost: Add grilled chicken, turkey, or chickpeas for extra protein.
• Greens swap: Use spinach, kale, or roasted Brussels sprouts instead of broccoli.
• Different pasta: Try penne, rotini, or whole wheat pasta for a twist.
• Dressing twist: Swap garlic Caesar for tahini dressing or Greek yogurt ranch.
• Add-ins: Mix in red onion, roasted peppers, or feta for extra flavor.

Swaggy Eats

Sweet Potato Pasta Salad

A hearty pasta salad with roasted sweet potatoes, broccoli, and shells tossed in creamy garlic Caesar dressing. It's perfect for lunch, dinner or meal prep.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep

Cuisine: American

Calories: 345

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 8 oz shell pasta
• 3 tbsp avocado oil
• ½ cup garlic Caesar dressing
• salt & black pepper, to taste

Equipment

• baking sheet
• pot

Method

 

1. Roast the sweet potatoes and broccoli: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss cubed sweet potatoes and broccoli with 2 tbsp avocado oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly crisp.
2. Cook the pasta: Boil shell pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.
3. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine pasta, roasted sweet potatoes, and roasted broccoli. Drizzle with garlic Caesar dressing and 1 tbsp avocado oil. Toss to coat evenly.
4. Season and serve: Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Nutrition (per serving, 4 servings)

• Calories: 345
  
• Protein: 8g
  
• Carbohydrates: 48g
  
• Fat: 14g
  
• Fiber: 5g

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