Description
A nutritious and delicious Roasted Veggie and Quinoa Power Bowl packed with roasted vegetables and protein-rich quinoa, perfect for a healthy vegetarian meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- In a large bowl, combine red bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly charred.
- Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and divide it into serving bowls.
- Top the quinoa with roasted vegetables and sliced avocado.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can add your favorite vegetables to customize the bowl.
- For added protein, consider adding chickpeas or tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg