The sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, the creaminess of avocado, and the brightness of lime, makes this Ensalada de Camote fresh, simple and satisfying. It's gluten-free, vegan and nutritious, making it a perfect side or light lunch for almost any occasion.
I grew up loving sweet potatoes, or camote as they're known in Spanish, especially the way my parents would prepare them: soft and sweet in a thick piloncillo syrup. That version is still a favorite, but today's salad is a healthier take on this tasty root vegetable.
It is so easy to make with a handful of fresh ingredients, and the combination might surprise you. Lime and sweet potatoes? It's actually quite delicious! Add avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro and you get a salad that's colorful, flavorful, and packed with nutrients.
Also, if you're a fan of sweet potatoes like me, you might like my Sweet Potato Taco Bowl.
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Ingredients & Substitutions
To make this salad, you'll need just a few simple ingredients: roasted sweet potatoes, avocado, cherry tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and lime juice. For extra protein and flavor, you could add some black beans. Crumbled queso fresco or grilled chicken are also great additions for non-vegan versions.
See recipe card for other ingredients and quantities.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Dice Sweet Potatoes: Peel and dice sweet potatoes into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
- Roast: Toss the sweet potatoes with oil and roast until tender and lightly golden.
- Prep Vegetables: Cut tomatoes in half and dice the avocado and cilantro.
- Combine Ingredients: Add roasted sweet potatoes, tomatoes, avocado and cilantro to a large mixing bowl.
- Add Lime: Juice the limes over the salad.
- Mix and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, mix gently and serve.
Recommended for This Recipe
Stainless Steel Baking Sheets
Stainless steel sheet pans are some of my kitchen staples. They are not only great for baking but for roasting vegetables like chiles and sweet potatoes.
How to Serve
Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature. You can enjoy it on its own for a light lunch or as a side dish with:
Storing
Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to one day, but because of the avocado this salad is best eaten the day it is made.
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Recipe
Ensalada de Camote
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- cutting board
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
- mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 medium avocados
- 1 lb cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup cilantro
- 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or coconut oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Roast Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 400ºF.
- Peel and dice sweet potatoes into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
- Toss the sweet potatoes with oil and a little salt and place on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roast for about 25 minutes or until fork-tender and lightly golden.
- Set the potatoes aside to cool.
Salad
- Dice the two avocados into bite-sized pieces.
- Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves and roughly chop the cilantro
- Add everything to a large mixing bowl.
- Squeeze the juice of the two limes over everything and gently toss together.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve.
Notes
- This recipe is gluten-free and Whole30 compatible.
- For added protein and if you are not on the Whole30, mix in a can of rinsed black beans.
- Crumbled queso fresco or grilled chicken are also great additions for non-vegan versions.
Nutrition
Originally published November 6, 2018. Updated photos and post July 2022 and May 2025.
Cristina | SaturdayGift
This looks so good! I have never thought about putting together sweet potatoes and avocados (two of my favorites!). I'm going to definitely try this! And to add lime juice is going to be a new experience for me too. I can't wait! Thank you for sharing this!
everydaylatina
I was surprised too, but all of these ingredients go great together. It tastes so fresh yet there's a creaminess and sweetness from the sweet potatoes and avocado. Hope you like it!
Trisha
This was making my mouth water just reading it! I can't wait to try it.
everydaylatina
I hope you do! Let me know if you like it.
Keiona @ Green Longevity
This looks so delicious. Avocado and sweet potato are two of my favorite foods. Thanks for sharing this!
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everydaylatina
I agree. They are both so good separately and together in this salad they are even more amazing!