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Autumn Quinoa Bowl with Maple-Tahini Dressing

This vibrant Autumn Quinoa Bowl is a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make meal packed with roasted vegetables, crisp apples, and a creamy maple-tahini dressing. Perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 small butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
  • 1 Honeycrisp apple diced
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup pecans toasted and chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 3-4 tbsp warm water to thin

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Saucepan
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a large baking sheet, toss the cubed butternut squash and halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and caramelized.
  2. While the vegetables roast, cook the rinsed quinoa according to package directions.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, maple syrup, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Slowly add warm water while whisking until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
  4. Divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top with roasted vegetables, diced apple, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans.
  5. Drizzle generously with the maple-tahini dressing and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalProtein: 15gFat: 25gFiber: 12g

Notes

Storage: Store components in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Customization: Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan when roasting vegetables for the best crispy texture.
Keyword autumn quinoa bowl,butternut squash quinoa bowl,harvest bowl

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