Yam Salad Recipe

6 yams, scrubbed (about 8-ozs each)
3/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 Tbsp chopped chives or 1 Tbsp dried chives
1 Tbsp curry powder
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- red leaf lettuce
- chopped cilantro, for garnish

Pierce the yams with a fork. Place on a double layer of paper towels in a circle on the floor of the oven, leaving about 1 inch between each one. Microwave on high for 10 to 14 minutes, or until tender, turning once during cooking. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes, with each wrapped in a paper
towel. cool, then peel and cut the yams into 1-inch cubes. In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives, and curry powder. In a large bowl, combine the yams, onion, and celery. Pour the dressing over the yams and toss lightly to combine. Add salt and pepper to
taste. Arrange lettuce leaves on individual plates or on a large serving platter and mound the salad on top. Sprinkle with cilantro just before serving.