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Quinoa Power Bowls

Delicious Quinoa Power Bowls with Smoky Veggies and Flavor

These Quinoa Power Bowls are a hearty, plant-based dish that combines smoky roasted veggies for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 lb Brussels Sprouts Trimmed and halved
  • 1 Tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil For roasting
  • 2 Tbsp Adobo Sauce Use from canned chipotle peppers
  • 2 Tbsp Maple Syrup Natural sweetness
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 lb Butternut Squash Peeled and cubed
  • 0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika For flavor
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder For flavor
For the Quinoa Base
  • 1 cup Quinoa Cook in broth
  • 2 cups Lower-Sodium Vegetable or Chicken Broth Opt for vegetable for vegan
  • 2 cups Kale Chopped
For Toppings & Dressing
  • 1 medium Sliced Avocado Optional
  • 3 Tbsp Olive Oil For dressing
  • 2 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar For dressing
  • 1 Tbsp Honey For dressing
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard For dressing
  • 1 pinch Salt For dressing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • saucepan
  • baking sheets
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, adobo sauce, maple syrup, and kosher salt.
  3. Combine butternut squash with remaining olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and kosher salt.
  4. Roast Brussels sprouts and butternut squash for approximately 25 minutes, stirring halfway.
  5. In a saucepan, boil quinoa with broth, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in chopped kale to the cooked quinoa, allowing it to wilt.
  7. Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
  8. Assemble bowls by layering quinoa, kale, roasted vegetables, and drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

These bowls are customizable; feel free to substitute vegetables or add toppings as per your choice.

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