Winter Kale & Quinoa Salad with Avocado

Precooked quinoa helps keep this healthy salad recipe quick and simple. Loaded with black beans, kale and avocado, this recipe is as filling as it is nutritious. You can also make the sweet potatoes and dressing ahead.

Ingredients

  • 1 small sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
  • 2 ½ teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • ½ avocado
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1-2 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • ¾ cup no-salt-added canned black beans, rinsed
  • 1 ½ cups chopped baby kale
  • 2 tablespoons pepitas (see tip)
  • 1 scallion, chopped