The Ultimate Harvest Grain Bowl
A vibrant Harvest Grain Bowl combining wholesome grains with colorful veggies, savory proteins, and a zesty dressing, perfect for autumn meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 2 medium Sweet Potatoes
- 2 cups Spinach
- 1 can Chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 small Red Onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large Avocado, sliced
- Optional: Feta Cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Juice from 1/2 Lemon
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with water or broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cover for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube sweet potatoes, tossing them in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for about 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Add chickpeas to the skillet with spinach, cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Season with cumin or garlic powder.
- Assemble the bowl: Start with quinoa, top with sweet potatoes, spinach with chickpeas, avocado, and feta. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, finishing with salt and pepper.
Notes
For added flavor, consider seasoning with herbs or spices and adjusting the toppings to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: grains, vegetarian, healthy bowl, autumn recipes, quinoa