Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl

This Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious dish, featuring a medley of roasted vegetables tossed with fluffy quinoa and drizzled with a tangy balsamic reduction. It's a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal light dinner option.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup (170g)
• Water - 2 cups (480ml)
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup (150g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Balsamic vinegar - 3 tablespoons (45ml)
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then combine it with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
3. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables. In a large bowl, combine the diced zucchini, bell pepper, sliced carrot, diced red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
4. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the vegetables, then sprinkle with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.
5. Spread the vegetable mixture on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
6. Once the quinoa is cooked and the vegetables are roasted, fluff the quinoa with a fork and divide it into two bowls.
7. Top each bowl with the roasted vegetables and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes satiety.
• Rich in antioxidants from the variety of colorful vegetables, supporting overall health.

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