Description
A hearty and customizable bowl filled with roasted vegetables, grains, greens, and your choice of protein, topped with a tangy homemade dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa or brown rice
- 2 cups roasted sweet potatoes (about 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed)
- 2 cups roasted Brussels sprouts (halved)
- 2 cups kale or spinach
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), drained and rinsed, or 2 grilled chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp sliced almonds or pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup feta or goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for roasting and massaging greens)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and tender.
- While vegetables roast, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Massage kale or spinach with a little olive oil until tender.
- If using chickpeas, toss with olive oil and spices, then roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes. If using chicken, grill or pan-fry until cooked through and slice.
- Assemble bowls: start with grains, add roasted vegetables, greens, and protein.
- Top with cranberries, seeds or nuts, and cheese.
- Drizzle with dressing just before serving.
Notes
- Swap grains for farro, couscous, or wild rice.
- Try other roasted veggies like carrots, beets, or butternut squash.
- Add a poached or fried egg for richness.
- Avocado slices offer creaminess and healthy fats.
- Hummus or tahini sauce adds a Mediterranean twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 20mg