Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Vegetables and Lemon-Herb Dressing

 

 This quinoa bowl is packed with nutrients and flavor, and it's perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. The roasted vegetables add a touch of sweetness, and the lemon-herb dressing brightens up the dish.

 

Ingredients:

 

1 cup quinoa

2 cups water

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 cup chopped broccoli

1 cup chopped carrots

1 cup chopped sweet potatoes

1/4 cup chopped red onion

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1/4 cup lemon juice

1/4 cup olive oil

1 tablespoon honey

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Rinse quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve until water runs clear.

Combine quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked through.

While quinoa is cooking, prepare vegetables. Toss broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, or until tender-crisp.

While vegetables are roasting, prepare dressing. Whisk together parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

To assemble bowls, divide quinoa among four bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and drizzle with dressing.

Tips:

 

You can use any of your favorite vegetables in this bowl.

If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs.

This bowl can be made ahead of time and reheated in the microwave or oven.

Enjoy!

 

This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It is also a good source of protein and fiber. Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids. It is also a good source of iron, magnesium, and fiber.