Looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe? Look no further than this quinoa and sweet potato salad! This hearty salad is packed with nutrients and is a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa and place it in a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread the sweet potatoes evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a large bowl, mix together cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, parsley, cilantro, mint, feta cheese, and walnuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, and minced garlic. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Enjoy your healthy and delicious quinoa and sweet potato salad!
Conclusion
This quinoa and sweet potato salad is a great way to pack in some healthy nutrients into your diet. With a variety of fresh herbs and spices, this salad is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Give this recipe a try and see for yourself how delicious healthy eating can be!
