APPLE & SWEET POTATO QUINOA

Apple & Sweet Potato Quinoa image

When feeding three hungry boys, I rely on quick, filling and tasty meals. The guys aren't big quinoa fans, but the sweet potatoes and apples won them over. -Cheryl Beadle, Plymouth, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2-1/4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 shallots, finely chopped
3 medium Gala or Honeycrisp apples, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup white wine or additional stock
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine stock and quinoa; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15-20 minutes or until liquid is almost absorbed. Remove from heat., Meanwhile, in a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add sweet potatoes and shallots; cook and stir 5 minutes. Add apples; cook and stir 6-8 minutes longer until potatoes and apples are tender., Stir in wine and salt. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, until wine is evaporated, about 1 minute. Stir in black beans and quinoa; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 12g protein.