Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Our Quinoa Avocado and Sweet Potato Timbale with Roasted Tomatillo Dressing is the perfect fusion of flavors and textures, bringing a burst of color to your plate and health to your table. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a wholesome meal to enjoy at home, this recipe is sure to impress. With its creamy avocado, hearty sweet potatoes, and zesty tomatillo dressing, it’s a culinary adventure that you won't want to miss. Dive in and discover how to create this stunning dish that’s not only pleasing to the eye but also packed with nutrients!
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 sweet potatoes, roasted and mashed
- 2 avocados, diced
- 1/2 cup tomatillos, roasted
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer to remove any bitter saponins. Drain well.
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Peel sweet potatoes and cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- For tomatillo dressing, place roasted tomatillos in a blender. Add lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and set aside.
- Mash roasted sweet potatoes until smooth, then fold in cooked quinoa, creating a cohesive mixture.
- Using a circular mold or ring, layer the quinoa-sweet potato mixture as the base. Top with diced avocado.
- Carefully unmold the timbale onto serving plates. Drizzle roasted tomatillo dressing around and over the timbale.
- Garnish with additional chopped cilantro and serve immediately while ingredients are still warm.
Tips
- Rinse Quinoa Thoroughly: Don’t skip rinsing the quinoa! This step removes the natural saponins that can give it a bitter taste. A fine-mesh strainer works best for this.
- Perfectly Roasted Sweet Potatoes: To achieve that caramelized flavor, ensure your sweet potatoes are cut into uniform 1-inch cubes and spread them out on the baking sheet without overcrowding. This allows them to roast evenly.
- Blend the Dressing Smoothly: For a silky tomatillo dressing, make sure your roasted tomatillos are blended until completely smooth. Adjust the lime juice and seasoning to your taste for that perfect zing!
- Layering the Timbale: When layering the quinoa and sweet potato mixture, press it down gently in the mold to ensure it holds its shape when unmolded.
- Serve Warm: This dish is best enjoyed warm, so serve it immediately after garnishing with fresh cilantro for an extra pop of flavor and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
