Quinoa and Roasted Veggie Bowl
A nutritious and vibrant bowl filled with fluffy quinoa, roasted seasonal vegetables, and a zesty dressing — perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine quinoa and water or broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Place chopped red bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast vegetables in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa with roasted vegetables. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- Swap vegetables based on seasonal availability.
- For extra protein, add chickpeas or grilled tofu.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: quinoa bowl, roasted vegetables, healthy lunch, vegan bowl, meal prep