Sweet Potato Salad

This is a recipe from my friend Allison.  This is very simple and delicious.  -Kristin

4 sweet potatoes, diced, cooked and cooled
1/4 cup mayonnaise
4 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 cup pineapple tidbits
1 Tablespoon pineapple juice
2 green onions, white and green parts, finely chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup freshly diced chives, Optional

• In a large bowl add the potatoes, mayonnaise, celery, red pepper, pineapple, juice, green onions and toss gently.  
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• Just before serving, fold in the pecans and garnish with the chives.