A vibrant and nutritious bowl combining fluffy quinoa with roasted vegetables, topped with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Grains
1cupuncooked quinoa
Vegetables
1large headbroccoli florets(cut into bite-sized pieces)
2piecesbell peppers(any color, cut into 1-inch pieces)
1red onionred onion(cut into wedges)
2mediumzucchini(diced into 1-inch pieces)
2mediumsweet potatoes(peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces)
2largecarrots(peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds)
Seasonings & Oils
0.25cupextra virgin olive oil
2tablespoonsmixed dried herbs(such as oregano, thyme, rosemary)
1teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoongarlic powder
to tastesalt
to tasteblack pepper
2tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
¼cupchopped fresh parsley
Optional toppings
as desiredavocado slices, feta cheese, toasted nuts or seeds, hummus, tahini dressing, balsamic glaze
Instructions
Rinse quinoa, then cook in boiling water for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff and set aside.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare vegetables and toss with olive oil, herbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-35 minutes, stirring halfway.
Whisk lemon juice with a pinch of salt and pepper to make dressing.
Assemble bowls with quinoa, roasted vegetables, drizzle with lemon dressing, and garnish with parsley. Add optional toppings as desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize toppings for added flavor and texture.