Description
Apple Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that beautifully combines the earthy sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes and crisp apples with the protein-packed goodness of quinoa. This delightful vegetarian salad is perfect for any occasion, whether served as a side at holiday gatherings or enjoyed as a hearty lunch. The crunchy pecans and tart cranberries add texture and flavor, making each bite an experience to savor. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this salad is not only healthy but also makes for an excellent make-ahead meal option. Elevate your dining experience with this colorful, wholesome dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 granny smith apple
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups apple cider
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- Olive oil
- Maple syrup
- Shallot
- Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil and roast for about 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Rinse quinoa and cook in apple cider until fluffy; add cranberries near the end of cooking.
- In a bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes, cooked quinoa mixture, diced apple, and minced red onion; toss gently.
- Blend vinaigrette ingredients until smooth; pour over salad and mix well.
- Top with roasted pecans before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 78mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg