Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

A vibrant and hearty salad featuring smoky chipotle lime sweet potatoes and a tangy-sweet maple cilantro dressing. Perfect as a side dish or topped with grilled chicken or shrimp for a complete meal.

By @sailor_bailey

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Cook time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
• 1 whole red onion sliced
• 1 cup quinoa uncooked
• 2 cups water
• 0.25 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
• 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0 pinch salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Peel and cube 2 large sweet potatoes, then toss them with olive oil, chipotle powder, salt, and lime juice.
3. Roast the seasoned sweet potatoes and 1 sliced red onion in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until tender and slightly crispy.
4. Cook 1 cup of quinoa according to package instructions, then fluff with a fork.
5. Prepare the dressing by mixing 1/4 cup of maple syrup, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
6. Combine the roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, and cooked quinoa in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.