Quinoa Sweet Potato Bowl (Print Version)

A wholesome bowl of quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh greens, and tangy tahini dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
08 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 avocado, sliced
11 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced radishes

→ Tahini Vinaigrette

12 - 1/4 cup tahini
13 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
14 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
15 - 2 tablespoons warm water
16 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
17 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
18 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
19 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Toppings

20 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
21 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, and salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping once until tender and lightly browned.
02 - Combine rinsed quinoa and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
03 - In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, warm water, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add additional water if a thinner consistency is desired.
04 - Place leafy greens as a base in each bowl. Layer with cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, shredded red cabbage, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and radishes.
05 - Drizzle each bowl with the tahini vinaigrette. Top with toasted pumpkin seeds and fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Wholesome and filling
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free
02 -
  • The quinoa must be rinsed before cooking to remove bitterness
  • Use warm water in vinaigrette to help blend the tahini smoothly
03 -
  • Toast pumpkin seeds before adding for extra crunch and flavor
  • Adjust the vinaigrette thickness with water to your liking
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