Ingredients
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- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 red onion, roughly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and cook according to package directions (typically 1 cup quinoa to 2 cups water/broth), setting it aside once cooked and fluffy.
- Step 2: On a large baking sheet, spread out the sweet potato, broccoli, and red onion. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the salt, and the pepper, tossing until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 3: Roast the vegetables for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the sweet potato is tender and the broccoli florets are slightly crisp and caramelized.
- Step 4: While the vegetables are still warm, transfer them to a medium bowl and toss gently with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
- Step 5: To assemble the bowl, divide the cooked quinoa among serving bowls. Top the quinoa base generously with the roasted vegetables, and sprinkle the toasted pumpkin seeds over the top before serving.
Notes
- Store leftover roasted vegetables and cooked quinoa separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days; mix them just before serving to prevent the quinoa from absorbing moisture.
- For the best texture, reheat the roasted vegetables in a 350°F (175°C) oven or air fryer for 5-7 minutes instead of microwaving, which tends to make the broccoli soggy.
- Boost this bowl's flavor profile by adding a drizzle of tahini sauce or a dollop of fresh goat cheese before sprinkling on the pepitas for extra creaminess.
- Do not skip the final toss with lemon juice and the remaining olive oil; this crucial step brightens the overall flavor profile and counters the sweetness of the potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American