Description
Sweet Potato & Kale Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that harmoniously blends earthy sweet potatoes, protein-rich quinoa, and fresh kale. This salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it the perfect choice for meal prep, potlucks, or a cozy dinner at home. With its colorful presentation and satisfying ingredients, this recipe will elevate your salad game and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 400g), peeled and cubed
- 4 cups kale leaves (about 120g), chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the cubed sweet potatoes in 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on the baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While sweet potatoes roast and quinoa cooks, wash and chop kale into bite-sized pieces. Massage the leaves with a sprinkle of salt to soften them.
- In a large bowl, mix roasted sweet potatoes, cooked quinoa, chopped kale, lemon juice, and remaining olive oil. Toss gently until combined.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg