Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Bowl

This Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Bowl is a nutritious and colorful dish that combines the nutty flavor of quinoa with a variety of roasted seasonal vegetables. It's perfect for a healthy lunch, packed with protein and fiber to keep you energized throughout the day.

Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Bowl
40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Quinoa - 1 cup
  • Vegetable broth - 2 cups
  • Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1, diced
  • Zucchini - 1, sliced
  • Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
  • Red onion - 1 small, sliced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.
  4. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables. In a large bowl, combine the diced bell pepper, sliced zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
  5. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the vegetables are well coated.
  6. Spread the seasoned vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
  7. Once the quinoa and vegetables are cooked, fluff the quinoa with a fork and divide it between two bowls.
  8. Top each bowl with the roasted vegetables, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 65 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein and essential amino acids from quinoa.
  • High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.

Tags

AmericanHealthyLunch