QUINOA SALAD WITH ARUGULA & SWEET POTATOES

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I've been hooked on quinoa lately, and this salad features it nicely. The quinoa and arugula give the dish a great earthy flavor, and it's all very easy to throw together. This recipe is enough for two vegan entrees, or four side dishes.

Provided by rpgaymer

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lemon, juice & zest of
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon cumin
salt & pepper
1 -2 cooked sweet potato, peeled & cubed (one big potato, or two small ones)
1/2 cup raw cashews
1 cup cooked quinoa
1/4 cup raisins
1 cup baby arugula

Steps:

  • Prepare a dressing for the salad by whisking together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, water, cumin and salt & pepper. Set aside.
  • In a small pan, lightly toast the cashews over medium-low heat for 2 minutes, or until slightly browned. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the sweet potatoes, cashews, quinoa, raisins and arugula. Drizzle with dressing, and toss once more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.5, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 4.1, Sodium 38.1, Carbohydrate 60.5, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 17.4, Protein 11.4

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