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Apple Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

Apple Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad
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If you’re seeking a dish that combines hearty goodness with a hint of sweetness, the Apple Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad is your answer. This vibrant salad features roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy apples, and chewy quinoa, making it a delightful choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Not only does it look stunning on your table, but it’s also packed with nutrients and flavors that will please both family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 granny smith apple, cored and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
  • 2 cups apple cider (or juice)
  • 2 tablespoons minced red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, roasted
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon minced shallot
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss diced sweet potatoes in olive oil and roast on a rimmed cookie sheet for about 15 minutes until tender.
  2. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with apple cider; bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for approximately 15 minutes. Add cranberries during the last few minutes of cooking.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the cooled quinoa with roasted sweet potatoes, apple chunks, and minced red onion.
  4. For the vinaigrette, whisk together maple syrup, shallot, dijon mustard, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil.
  5. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. Top with roasted pecans before serving.

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