Description
A vibrant and nourishing salad with roasted sweet potato, kale, and quinoa, perfect for a quick, healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 5 cups chopped kale, stems removed
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cubed sweet potato with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
- Combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Massage the chopped kale with 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper for 2-3 minutes, or until the kale softens.
- Whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- In the bowl with the massaged kale, add the cooked quinoa and roasted sweet potatoes.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans and dried cranberries, if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- Tip: Toast the pecans for enhanced flavor.
- Substitution: Use honey instead of maple syrup for a different sweetness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: sweet potato, kale, quinoa, salad, healthy, roasting, vegan, gluten-free
