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Fresh Quinoa Bowls with Roasted Veggies Perfect for Meal Prep

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Vibrant roasted vegetables atop fluffy quinoa, drizzled with tangy homemade dressing, perfect for meal prep and adaptable to your preferences.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  3. Chop the sweet potato, bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli, and onion into bite-sized pieces. Place them on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper evenly over the veggies.
  4. Toss the veggies to coat them evenly in oil and spices. Spread them out in a single layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, water, and salt. Adjust the thickness by adding more water if needed. Taste and tweak for balance.
  6. Divide the cooked quinoa into bowls or meal prep containers. Top with roasted veggies, drizzle generously with dressing, and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
  7. Serve immediately while warm, or let cool and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Notes

[‘Rinse quinoa to remove bitterness.’, ‘Cut vegetables evenly for consistent roasting.’, ‘Spread veggies in a single layer to avoid steaming.’, ‘Adjust seasoning and dressing to taste.’, ‘Batch roast veggies for meal prep efficiency.’]

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Keywords: quinoa bowls, roasted veggies, meal prep, healthy lunch, vegetarian recipe, gluten-free, vegan

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