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