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Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

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Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly balances the earthy sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the fluffy texture of quinoa. This salad is not only a feast for the eyes, thanks to its colorful ingredients, but it also delivers on flavor and health benefits. With creamy avocado, tangy cranberries, and a zesty lemon dressing, it’s ideal for any occasion—whether you need a hearty main dish or a delightful side. Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep, this salad will please everyone at your table.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups chopped sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 5 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 large avocado, chopped
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 large lemon
  • 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 11/2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 11/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 11/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Chop sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes and spread on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes, flip, then continue roasting until tender.
  2. Cook quinoa according to package instructions; cool.
  3. For the dressing, combine lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic in a jar; shake well.
  4. In a bowl, mix spinach with cooled quinoa. Add roasted sweet potatoes, avocado, cranberries. Dress just before serving.

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