Description
A warm and filling quinoa bowl packed with roasted vegetables, creamy dressing, and crunchy toppings, perfect for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Base
- 1 cup Quinoa (white, red, or tri-color) (Rinse before cooking.)
Roasted Vegetables
- 2 cups Mixed vegetables (e.g. broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, sweet potato) (Choose seasonal vegetables.)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (For roasting.)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste.)
- 1 teaspoon Pepper (Adjust to taste.)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (For seasoning.)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (For extra flavor.)
Lemon Tahini Dressing
- 1/3 cup Tahini (Creamy base for dressing.)
- 1 large Lemon, juiced (About 3 tablespoons of juice.)
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup or honey (To sweeten the dressing.)
- 1 small clove Garlic, grated or minced (For flavor.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (To season the dressing.)
- 4-6 tablespoons Warm water (To thin the dressing.)
Crunchy Toppings
- 1/4 cup Pepitas or sliced almonds (For added crunch.)
- 1/4 cup Chickpeas (Can be toasted for extra flavor.)
- 1/4 cup Fresh herbs (e.g. parsley or cilantro) (For garnish.)
Instructions
Cook Quinoa
- Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer for 20 to 30 seconds to remove any bitterness.
- Add 1 cup quinoa and 2 cups water or vegetable broth to a pot, bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes.
- Let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Roast Vegetables
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Chop vegetables into evenly-sized pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
- Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Spread the veggies out to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Roast for 20 minutes, flip, and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until tender and browned.
Make Dressing
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup (or honey), minced garlic, and salt.
- Gradually whisk in warm water until the desired consistency is achieved.
Assemble Bowl
- In a large bowl, top the quinoa with roasted vegetables.
- Drizzle with lemon tahini dressing.
- Sprinkle with crunchy toppings and fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
This bowl is versatile; feel free to adjust veggies and toppings based on preferences. Store quinoa and roasted veggies in airtight containers for easy meal prep. Reheat in microwave and add fresh dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Healthy, Vegetarian