Ingredients
– 1 cup quinoa (or your choice of grain)
– 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup bell peppers, diced
– 1 cup zucchini, sliced
– 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
– 1 cup spinach or arugula
– 1 avocado, sliced
– ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Olive oil, for drizzling
Instructions
Creating the Spring Veggie Bowl is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
2. Prepare Vegetables: While the quinoa cooks, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, toss cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini, and asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Roast Veggies: Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized.
4. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Assemble Bowl: In a large bowl, add the cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, spinach or arugula, and avocado slices. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
6. Add Toppings: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley over the top for added flavor and garnish.
7. Serve: Divide the Spring Veggie Bowl into serving dishes and enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: Incorporate chickpeas, black beans, or grilled chicken to make the bowl more filling.