Fluffy quinoa paired with roasted sweet potatoes, kale, and a tangy lemon-tahini drizzle for a fresh meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Vegetables
04 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed into 1/2-inch pieces
05 - 1 large bunch kale, stems removed, leaves torn into bite-sized pieces
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Dressing
10 - 3 tablespoons tahini
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
13 - 2 tablespoons water, plus more if needed
14 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
15 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Garnishes
16 - 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
17 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
18 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 - Set oven to 425°F and prepare for roasting sweet potatoes.
02 - Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper on a baking sheet. Spread evenly and roast for 20 minutes, flipping once halfway, until tender and golden.
03 - Combine quinoa, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
04 - Place kale in a large bowl, drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Massage leaves with hands for 1 to 2 minutes until tender and bright green.
05 - Whisk tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, water, garlic, and salt together until smooth. Adjust consistency with additional water as necessary.
06 - Divide quinoa among bowls, top with massaged kale and roasted sweet potatoes, then drizzle generously with dressing.
07 - Sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds and parsley over each bowl and serve with lemon wedges.
