aotr34   April 5, 2016   Comments Off on
Red Quinoa and Kale Bowl


This simple dish combines the natural wholesome flavors of sweet potatoes and onions in a grain bowl made with protein-rich quinoa and vitamin-loaded kale.


Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 20 min

INGREDIENTS


3/4 cup red quinoa
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons salt, divided
freshly ground black pepper
1 onion, halved and sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces baby kale

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 400˚ F.
Prepare the quinoa according to package directions.
Toss the sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet and add the onions. Sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic, the remaining salt and pepper and mix. Add the baby kale and cook for a couple of minutes until the kale is wilted. Remove from heat.
Combine the sautéed onions and kale with the sweet potatoes and red quinoa and serve.
Red Quinoa and Kale Bowl



3/4 cup red quinoa
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons salt, divided
freshly ground black pepper
1 onion, halved and sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces baby kale