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Apple Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

Apple Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad
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Apple Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, nourishing dish that brings together the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, tart apples, and chewy quinoa. This delightful salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making it perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. With its ease of preparation and ability to be made ahead of time, this salad is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors in every bite!

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and diced
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • ½ cup chopped pecans, roasted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 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 the oven to 400°F. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil on a baking sheet and roast for about 15 minutes until tender.
  2. Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine with apple cider in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer and cover until cooked.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the roasted sweet potatoes, cooked quinoa, cranberries, diced apples, and minced red onion.
  4. Whisk together maple syrup, shallot, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and olive oil to create the vinaigrette.
  5. Pour vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently. Top with roasted pecans before serving.

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