Description
A vibrant and nutritious quinoa bowl featuring roasted vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, broccoli)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer.
- Combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth in a pot, bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Toss your mixed vegetables with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- Combine the cooked quinoa and roasted vegetables in a large bowl.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, serve warm, and enjoy!
Notes
Make sure to rinse the quinoa thoroughly to remove any bitterness. You can use seasonal vegetables and add proteins like black beans or grilled chicken for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg