Quinoa Bowl with Veggies (Printable version)

Nutty quinoa paired with roasted seasonal vegetables and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing for a fresh, wholesome meal.

# What you need:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
05 - 1 zucchini, sliced
06 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
07 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
08 - 1 cup broccoli florets
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Dressing

13 - 3 tablespoons tahini
14 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
16 - 2 tablespoons water, plus more as needed
17 - 1 garlic clove, minced
18 - Pinch of salt

→ Optional Toppings

19 - 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
20 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Steps to follow:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Bring quinoa, water, and salt to a boil in a pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
03 - Place sweet potato, zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and broccoli on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - Roast vegetables for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
05 - Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, water, minced garlic, and salt until smooth. Add additional water to reach desired consistency.
06 - Distribute cooked quinoa evenly among four bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and drizzle with lemon-tahini dressing. Sprinkle with seeds and fresh parsley if desired.
07 - Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Bright flavors and hearty vegetables make this bowl nourishing and fulfilling
  • Easy to customize with seasonal veggies and toppings for variety
02 -
  • This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free, making it friendly for many diets
  • Always check seed packaging for cross-contamination warnings if allergies are a concern
03 -
  • Swap in affordable seasonal veggies such as carrots, cauliflower, or brussels sprouts to keep things fresh
  • Add chickpeas or grilled tofu for extra plant-based protein with minimal effort
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