Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad
Are you ready to indulge in a delightful fusion of earthy sweet potatoes and the nutty richness of quinoa? Which promises a sensational treat for your taste buds. Our Savory Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad is more than just a meal; it's a culinary masterpiece that combines the best of both worlds.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Quinoa cooked
- 2 Medium Sweet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 Red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 Red onion diced
- 1 Cup Cucumber diced
- 1/2 Cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 Cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 Teaspoon Basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Tablespoons Olive oil
Dressing
- 1/4 Cup Olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
- 1 Teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 Garlic clove minced
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool.2 Cups Quinoa
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized. Let them cool.2 Medium Sweet potatoes, 1 Tablespoons Olive oil
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, crisp cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs. If desired, add crumbled feta cheese for extra creaminess.1 Red bell pepper, 1/2 Red onion, 1 Cup Cucumber, 1/2 Cherry tomatoes, 1/4 Cup Crumbled feta cheese, 1/2 Teaspoon Basil, Salt and pepper to taste
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the enchanting dressing.2 Tablespoons Balsamic vinegar, 1 Tablespoon Honey, 1 Teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 Garlic clove, 1/4 Cup Olive oil
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are coated with the dressing.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!