Description
A vibrant bowl combining the earthiness of sweet potatoes with the nutty goodness of quinoa, topped with a zesty lemon tahini dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder in a large bowl.
- Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup (or honey), minced garlic, and salt for the dressing.
- Add water to the dressing until desired consistency is reached.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped spinach or kale.
- Drizzle with lemon tahini dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Prep ahead by cooking quinoa and sweet potatoes in advance.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Allow the assembled bowl to sit for a few minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Adjust seasoning to taste as you go.
- Add toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400-450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15-20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 13-15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 10-12 grams
- Protein: 12-15 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg