Quinoa Avocado And Sweet Potato Recipe

Name: Quinoa Avocado And Sweet Potato
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: LAYER 1; 1 cup spinach; LAYER 2; 1/2 cup quinoa; 1/2 cup chicken broth (homemade if possible); 1/3 teaspoon sea salt; 3 sprigs cilantro; 1 teaspoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon olive oil; LAYER 3; 1/2 sweet potato (sometimes called yam); LAYER 4; 1/2 avocado, diced; LAYER 5; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 7 sprigs cilantro, chopped

Servings: persons

LAYER 1
1 cup spinach
LAYER 2
1/2 cup quinoa
1/2 cup chicken broth (homemade if possible)
1/3 teaspoon sea salt
3 sprigs cilantro
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon olive oil
LAYER 3
1/2 sweet potato (sometimes called yam)
LAYER 4
1/2 avocado, diced
LAYER 5
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
7 sprigs cilantro, chopped

1
In a saucepan on high heat cook quinoa, chicken broth, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, and salt. Stir it once or twice. Then when the liquid has nearly boiled out cover and reduce to a low simmer and cook for about 8 minutes more.
2
Meanwhile dice a yam and place in a cake pan, cover with foil and bake at 400 degrees for about 12 minutes or until yam is soft.
3
Cut 1/2 an Avocado into chunks.
4
Make dressing by whisking olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, and sugar.
5
On a plate place a large handful of baby spinach leaves. Spoon the quinoa on it. Then toss the cooked yams on top. Then toss the avocado chunks on top. If the dressing has separated whisk it for a few seconds before drizzling it on top. Serve immediately.

150

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: LAYER 1, 1 cup spinach, LAYER 2, 1/2 cup quinoa, and more.

Yes, Quinoa Avocado And Sweet Potato falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Quinoa Avocado And Sweet Potato

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Variations & substitutions

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