Quinoa Salad with Roasted Yams Recipe

Quinoa salad with roasted yams is a healthy and flavorful dish that is perfect for both lunch and dinner. This recipe combines the nutty flavor of quinoa with the sweet and savory taste of roasted yams, creating a delicious and satisfying meal that is also packed with nutrients.

Quinoa is a superfood that is rich in protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. It is also gluten-free, making it a great alternative for those with dietary restrictions. The roasted yams add a sweet ...

Ingredients

1 ½ cups diced yams
3 cups water
2 cups quinoa, soaked and rinsed
4 Persian cucumbers - peeled, trimmed, and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 cup chopped Italian parsley
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup 1/4-inch cubed onion
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
5 endive spears to garnish (Optional)

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Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Additional Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 5
Yield: 5 servings

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; add yams.

Bake in the preheated oven until yams are tender and wrinkled at the edges, about 20 minutes. Cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes

Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add quinoa, stirring once; return to boil. Cook uncovered until water is absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes. Strain, shaking the sieve well to remove all moisture. Transfer to a mixing bowl.

Stir cucumbers, yams, parsley, olive oil, onion, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper into the quinoa. Garnish with endive spears.

Nutrition

453 cal.

Total Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Sodium: 57mg
Total Carbohydrate: 69g
Dietary Fiber: 10g
Total Sugars: 5g
Protein: 13g
Vitamin C: 48mg
Calcium: 117mg
Iron: 5mg
Potassium: 1230mg

How to Make Quinoa Salad with Roasted Yams - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

453 cal.

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