Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 6 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams), peeled, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup pecans, toasted, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • 1/2 cup brown raisins

Method

  • Whisk all ingredients to blend in small bowl.
  • Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Steam sweet potatoes in batches until potatoes are just tender, about 10 minutes per batch.
  • Transfer sweet potatoes to large bowl.
  • Cool to room temperature.
  • Add green onions, parsley, pecans, and all raisins.
  • Pour dressing over; toss gently to blend.
  • Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.
  • (Can be made 2 hours ahead.
  • Let stand at room temperature.)