Ingredients

The following ingredients have 3 Servings
  • 1 large sweet potato
  • 1/2 tsp chilli powder
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1 cup frozen corn, steamed ((fresh or canned work too))
  • 1 cup chopped tomato
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper ((diced or sliced))
  • 2-4 TBSP diced red onion
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • fresh cilantro (to taste)
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt ((or your favorite vegan variety!))
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup water ((adjust as needed))
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instruction

  • Peel and dice your sweet potato into 1/2-inch cubes. 
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add your oil or butter to the pan. Once hot, sauté sweet potato cubes until golden and tender, stirring every few minutes for even browning, approx. 15-20 minutes. Season with chili powder, salt and pepper, to taste.
  • While the sweet potatoes cook you'll be able to whip up the rest of the dish!
  • Rinse and drain your quinoa using a mesh strainer or sieve. Bring a small pot to medium heat and lightly toast the quinoa to remove any excess water. Stir as it toasts for just a few minutes. This step is optional but really adds to the nuttiness and fluff factor of the quinoa! Next add your water, set burner to high, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer, covered with the lid slightly ajar, for 12-13 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and the liquid has been absorbed.
  • While the quinoa cooks, chop, slice and prep the remaining ingredients.
  • Combine beans, corn, tomato, jalapeño, and red onion with juice of 1/2 a lime and fresh chopped cilantro.
  • Use a blender, food processor, or immersion blender to blend dressing ingredients until creamy and smooth.
  • Once your quinoa is ready, fluff with a fork and allow to cool then combine with your veggies. Top with as much dressing as your heart desires and dig in!
  • Feel free to add extra of any of the veggies/grains your heart desires - anything goes with this easy peasy recipe! Can be served chilled or warm  - Warm is my favorite but we love it both ways!