Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the sweet potatoes by peeling and cubing them into 1-inch pieces.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then sprinkle with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated.
- Roast the sweet potatoes in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Let them cool slightly after roasting.
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer.
Cooking
- Cook the quinoa by combining it with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes more, then fluff with a fork.
Assembly
- In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and roasted sweet potatoes. Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and gently toss.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley, folding everything together carefully.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, or refrigerate and enjoy cold for up to 4 days.
Notes
Consider roasting nuts or seeds for added crunch. You can also experiment with herbal variations or add chickpeas for more protein.
