Description
The Fall Harvest Grain Bowl is a nourishing dish that celebrates the flavors of autumn with a delightful combination of grains, seasonal vegetables, and spices. It’s a versatile and customizable meal perfect for healthy dining during the cooler months.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup roasted sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 cup kale, chopped
- 1/2 cup cranberries, dried
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove excess starch.
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes in the oven for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, chopped kale, dried cranberries, and pumpkin seeds.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired and toss to combine.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: recipes
- Method: roasting and boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 65
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: grain bowl, autumn recipe, healthy meal, seasonal ingredients, meal prep