Sweet Potato & Quinoa Recipe
Make Sweet Potato & Quinoa Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetables
Seasonings
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Quinoa
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
- 2
Cook Sweet Potatoes
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into small cubes. In a separate pot, boil water and add the diced sweet potatoes. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables
- 3
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Add Vegetables
Add 1 diced red onion and 1 diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Then, add 2 cups of spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Combine & Serve
- 5
Mix Ingredients
Once the quinoa, sweet potatoes, and sautéed vegetables are prepared, add them all together in the skillet. Stir until well combined. Season with cumin, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Serve
Serve warm topped with sliced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro as desired.