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Quinoa Power Bowls with Maple Chipotle Brussels

Quinoa Power Bowls with Maple Chipotle Brussels Delight

Quinoa Power Bowls with Maple Chipotle Brussels are nutrient-packed, customizable, and delicious, perfect for elevating your meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts Trimmed and halved
  • 1 pound Butternut squash Cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Adobo Sauce Adjust for spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Use honey for non-vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Can substitute with sea salt
For the Quinoa Base
  • 1 cup Dry Quinoa Can substitute with farro or brown rice
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Use chicken broth for non-vegan option
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Chopped Kale Can substitute with spinach or Swiss chard
  • 1 large Sliced Avocado Optional for creaminess

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to roast the vegetables.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss Brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, adobo sauce, maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, then place on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes.
  3. Toss cubed butternut squash with remaining olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Roast alongside the Brussels for approximately 20-25 minutes.
  4. Cook quinoa by bringing 1 cup of dry quinoa and 2 cups of vegetable broth to a low boil. Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
  5. Whisk together dressing by combining another tablespoon of olive oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Assemble bowls by dividing quinoa-kale mixture, topping with roasted vegetables, drizzle dressing, and add optional avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve warm and consider adding a squeeze of lemon or lime for enhanced flavors.

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