Spiced Sweet Potato Salad

From Robin Silva

2 peeled, cubed sweet potatoes

½ lb trimmed halved brussels sprouts

2 Tlbs olive oil,  1 tsp chili powder , ½ tsp salt

Toss together, bake at 400 degrees on rimmed baking sheet for ~30 minutes, until browned

Whisk together: 2 Tlbs olive oil, 2 Tlbs lime juice, 2 tsp honey ½ tsp salt, 1/4tsp pepper

6 cups mixed greens in large bowl, top with roasted vegetables, 2 Tlbs toasted pumpkin seeds, crumbled feta cheese, toss with dressing.

Judy’s Quinoa Greek Salad

4 C cooked quinoa

1 C chopped Green pepper

1/2 C chopped green onion

1/2 C olives (kalamata olives from Micuccis are the best – but be aware! they have pits!)

1/4 C red onion

1 C cherry tomatoes

1 C chopped canned artichokes

4 oz crumbled feta cheese

1/3 C fresh parsley minced

1/4 C fresh lemon juice (1-2 lemons)

1/4 C red wine vinegar

3 tsp minced garlic

2 T olive oil

salt/pepper to taste

Combine everything in a large bowl. Allow to rest for a few hours.