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A vibrant Quinoa and Veggie Power Bowl filled with roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, kale, and avocado, drizzled with a creamy dressing.

Quinoa and Veggie Power Bowls

This recipe offers a healthy and vibrant meal option, perfect for those seeking nutritious and easy-to-prepare dishes. It's inspired by a personal journey of adapting to dietary needs while celebrating the joy of food.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 14 oz. Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
  • 2 Tbsp. Extra-virgin olive oil divided (sub avocado oil)
  • 1 Tbsp. Adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. Maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. Kosher salt divided
  • 3 cups Butternut squash peeled and cubed (from 1 small squash)
  • 1 tsp. Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. Garlic powder
For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup Dry quinoa
  • 2 cups Lower-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
For Assembly
  • 2 to 3 Handfuls of chopped kale
  • 1 whole Avocado sliced for topping (optional)
For the Honey-Dijon Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. Honey sub maple syrup
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. Kosher salt

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts and butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, adobo sauce, maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
  4. While the vegetables roast, cook the quinoa. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  5. Prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt until well combined.
  6. Assemble the bowls. Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork. Divide the quinoa among four bowls. Top with the roasted vegetables, chopped kale, and sliced avocado, if using. Drizzle with the Honey-Dijon dressing.

Notes

This recipe is naturally gluten-free. Feel free to add other vegetables like sweet potatoes or broccoli to the roasting mix. For a vegan option, ensure you use maple syrup instead of honey in the dressing.

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