Description

Discover the vibrant flavors of our Roasted Sweet Potato Black Bean Quinoa Salad, a nutritious dish that beautifully combines roasted sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, and fluffy quinoa. This salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with essential vitamins and minerals, making it perfect for lunch or as a standout side dish at your gatherings. The zesty lime dressing complements the earthy sweetness of the potatoes, ensuring a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether served as a main course or alongside grilled vegetables or lean proteins, this salad is versatile and meal prep-friendly, allowing you to enjoy its goodness throughout the week.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ lbs sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
2 cups cooked quinoa
15 oz canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
15 oz canned whole kernel corn (rinsed and drained)
1 small red onion (chopped)
4 tablespoons lime juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon minced garlic

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel and slice sweet potatoes into ½" thick disks; cut each disk into smaller pieces.
Toss sweet potato pieces with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin.
Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 20-23 minutes until tender.
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, chopped onion, and roasted sweet potatoes.
In a separate bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, paprika, black pepper or chili powder, and minced garlic.
Pour dressing over salad mixture; toss gently to coat.
Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 23 minutes
Category: Main/Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added crunch. For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken or turkey slices.