
By Axel Azzopardi Arena
Roasted Sweet Potato, Couscous, and Feta Salad
Updated at: Fri, 30 Aug 2024 22:04:44 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
57
Moderate
Glycemic Load
36
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories516.2 kcal (26%)
Total Fat23.6 g (34%)
Carbs62.7 g (24%)
Sugars9.9 g (11%)
Protein13.7 g (27%)
Sodium1114.6 mg (56%)
Fiber6.1 g (22%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

2sweet potatoes
medium, peeled and chopped into cubes

1 Tbspolive oil

salt
to taste

pepper
to taste

1 cupcouscous

1 ¼ cupsvegetable broth
or water

150gfeta cheese crumbled
or vegan feta

¼ cuppumpkin seeds
toasted, or any nuts/seeds

1 cupbaby spinach
or arugula

0.25red onion
thinly sliced

Fresh herbs
like parsley or cilantro, for garnish

3 Tbspolive oil

2 Tbspbalsamic vinegar

1 Tbsphoney
or maple syrup

1 tspdijon mustard

salt
to taste

pepper
to taste
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 2
Toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet.
Step 3
Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 4
Bring the vegetable broth (or water) to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Fluff the couscous with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 7
In a large bowl, combine the roasted sweet potatoes, cooked couscous, baby spinach (or arugula), red onion slices, and crumbled feta.
Step 8
Drizzle with the balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
Step 9
Top with toasted pumpkin seeds and fresh herbs for added flavor and crunch.
Step 10
Serve warm or at room temperature. This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled balsamic beef but is also filling and delicious as a stand-alone vegetarian meal.
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Easy
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Under 30 minutes