Magical Thyme Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowl
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, Sugar-Free, Egg-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan
Course:
Entree
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
quinoa, sweet potato, thyme
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 573 kcal
Ingredients
Bowl:
- 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 medium sweet potatoes cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 large beet peeled and julienne or thinly sliced
- fresh lemon zest for garnish
- 4 Tbsp. chopped walnuts or pecans
Dressing:
- 2 large cloves garlic
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
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Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, thyme, sea salt and pepper; transfer to a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 40 minutes or until tender.
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Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package directions.
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For the dressing, process the garlic in a mini food processor, process the garlic until minced. Add lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, sea salt, and pepper; process until combined. Season to taste, if needed.
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In a large serving bowl, toss quinoa, sweet potatoes, beets, lemon zest and walnuts (or pecans); drizzle with dressing. Gently toss to combine and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Magical Thyme Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowl
Amount Per Serving
Calories 573
Calories from Fat 315
% Daily Value*
Fat 35g54%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Sodium 91mg4%
Potassium 809mg23%
Carbohydrates 58g19%
Fiber 9g38%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 18502IU370%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Calcium 84mg8%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.