Kale Salad with Chickpea, Quinoa, and Roasted Sweet Potato

Nov 11, 2020 (Last updated May 22, 2026) by Hannah Sunderani

Craving a gorgeous kale sweet potato salad? This roasted sweet potato kale salad is one of our favourites in the fall and winter months. With it’s warm potatoes, quinoa, goji berries and a spiced moroccan citrus vinaigrette. It’s the perfect wholesome and nutritious way to warm you up! 

My husband and I absolutely adore this salad. It’s quick enough to make on busy nights, but beautiful enough to bring to Holiday celebrations. 

All-in-all, it’s a wholesome vegan salad guaranteed to impress even the pickiest of eaters! 

Ingredient Notes 

One of my favourite things about this plant-based salad recipe is how simple and wholesome the ingredients are. You should be able to find them at your local grocery store year round! 

Here are the basics you’ll need for this recipe: 

• Quinoa – This whole grain (or seed if we’re being technical!) is one of my favourites to incorporate into salads because it’s a complete protein and adds a nice texture to the mix. It also helps turn a salad from a light lunch to a hearty main. 
• Sweet Potatoes – The key to delicious sweet potatoes is roasting them with a blend of warm and fragrant spices. You won’t be able to resist! 
• Chickpeas – A simple plant-based protein that’s neutral in flavor and adds additional protein and fiber.  
• Kale – I like to use curly kale in this recipe because it’s really hearty and delicious, but you can substitute any kale of your choice! Try Tuscan kale, Lacinato kale (dino kale), or even baby kale for a lighter, more tender salad.  
• Goji berries – Another superfood I highly recommend sprinkling on your salad. The dried berries add a pop of brightness and sweet, tart flavour that compliments the dressing and sweet potato spices. 
• Homemade Citrus Vinaigrette – Every good salad is dressed with a delicious salad dressing and this salad dressing is perfectly spiced. 

So, let me tell you exactly how to make this gorgeous vegan kale sweet potato salad, so that you can get indulging pronto!

Add-ins and Variations 

• Use another plant-based protein – ​Chickpeas are my favourite in this salad, but don’t be afraid to switch it up and substitute your personal favourite. Try my Oven-Baked Tofu Cubes, Roasted Tempeh, or Roasted Chickpeas!
• Add creamy vegan cheese – I love the simplicity of this plant-based salad, but if you’re looking for a boost of flavour, I highly recommend sprinkling on my Vegan feta cheese. 
• Try another salad dressing – The Moroccan Citrus Vinaigrette compliments the spices in the roasted sweet potatoes, but if you’d like, switch up the dressing! Try my Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe or a raspberry vinaigrette. Or, add a creamy dressing like a tahini dressing or Vegan Honey Mustard Dressing. 
• Goji berries variations – Use another dried fruit such as dried cherries, dried cranberries, or golden raisins.
• Add nuts or seeds – ​If you love a wholesome crunch in your salads, add a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or chopped almonds! 

Cook this recipe with me!

Make this Kale Sweet Potato Salad recipe with my on my YouTube Cooking Show. I’m sharing 3 Must-Have Sweet Potato Recipes including this nourishing salad. You won’t believe how easily it comes together!

I hope you love this vegan Kale Sweet Potato Salad as much as I do! If you do make this recipe, please let me know in the comments below what you think! I truly love hearing from you, and I’m always here to answer any questions you might have. 

And of course, tag me on Instagram with your pictures using the hashtag #twospoons. Nothing makes me happier than to see your recreations. 

See more step-by-step instructions by visiting the recipe story here!