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Autumn Kale Quinoa Salad
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Autumn Kale Quinoa Salad
This nutritious and delicious salad is a perfect blend of quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, curly kale, and a tangy lemon-tahini dressing, providing a healthy and quick lunch option. It's packed with fiber, protein, and vitamins. The combination of textures and flavors makes it a satisfying meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes. This salad is perfect for a week-day lunch or a weekend dinner. It's also a great option for meal prep, as it can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Simply reheat the sweet potatoes and quinoa, and assemble the salad just before serving.
Time Cook
20
Level
Intermediate
Calories
420
Allergens
Tahini (sesame)
Ingredients
2 cups
Curly kale
20 Calories
1 cup
Quinoa
150 Calories
2 medium
Sweet potatoes
100 Calories
2 tablespoons
Lemon juice
10 Calories
2 tablespoons
Tahini
100 Calories
1 clove
Garlic
4 Calories
1 tablespoon
Olive oil
120 Calories
to taste
Salt
0 Calories
to taste
Black pepper
0 Calories
1/4 cup
Pumpkin seeds
100 Calories
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes clean and poke some holes in them with a fork. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until they're tender when pierced with a fork.
2
While the sweet potatoes are baking, cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Typically, it's a 2:1 ratio of water to quinoa. Bring the water to a boil, add the quinoa, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
3
In a blender or food processor, combine the lemon juice, tahini, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding a little water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
4
Once the sweet potatoes are done, let them cool for a few minutes. Then, peel and dice them into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, and curly kale.
5
Drizzle the lemon-tahini dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds and serve warm or at room temperature.
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