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Tropical Sweet Potato Salad

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Ingredients 2 lbs. sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and cubed 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1 cup chopped celery 1 bunch green onions, sliced 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted 1/3 cup light mayonnaise 1 tsp. grated orange rind 2 tbsp. orange juice 1 tbsp. honey 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg Salt to taste In a saucepan, cook sweet potatoes for 8 to 10 minutes in boiling water just until tender. Do not overcook. Drain and toss with lemon juice; set aside. Add the celery, green onions, pineapple chunks, and pecans. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, orange rind, orange juice, honey, ginger, and salt. Mix the mayonnaise dressing with the sweet potato mixture, tossing gently. Serve immediately or cover and chill. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

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