How to Make Roasted Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Roasted sweet potato quinoa salad is a delicious and nutritious dish that brings together the earthy flavors of roasted sweet potatoes and the protein-packed goodness of quinoa. This hearty salad is a perfect option for a satisfying lunch or a light dinner. It's also great for potlucks and barbecues, as it can be served warm or at room temperature.

The combination of sweet potatoes and quinoa creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. The sweet and tender roasted sweet potato...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cucumber - peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • ½ lime, juiced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Toss sweet potatoes in olive oil on a baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Mix broccoli, yellow pepper, red pepper, and cucumber in a large bowl; stir in quinoa and sweet potatoes.
  • Whisk extra-virgin olive oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix dressing into salad; garnish with cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    445 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 93mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 72mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 666mg