Follow these straightforward steps to prepare your Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad Meal Prep:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Cook the quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water and combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 5 minutes.
3. Prepare sweet potatoes: Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Roast sweet potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized.
5. Combine black beans and bell pepper: In a large bowl, mix the black beans, diced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro.
6. Add cooked quinoa: Fluff the quinoa with a fork and add it to the bowl with the beans and bell pepper.
7. Incorporate sweet potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are done roasting, let them cool for a few minutes, then mix them into the salad.
8. Season to taste: Adjust salt and pepper as needed. If you like, you can also add a squeeze of lime for extra zest.
9. Store in meal prep containers: Divide the salad into individual containers for easy grab-and-go meals.

Each step ensures that you enjoy a hearty and refreshing salad that you can savor throughout the week.