Autumn Glow Quinoa Bowls for Cozy Seasonal Dining
Experience the comforting flavors of autumn with our Autumn Glow Quinoa Bowls. This delightful dish features roasted butternut squash, crisp apples, and nutrient-rich quinoa, making it a perfect choice for cozy seasonal dining. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it’s also versatile enough to suit meal prep or family gatherings. Bright colors and rich tastes come together in this wholesome bowl that celebrates the best of fall produce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 medium butternut squash (peeled and cubed)
- 2 cups kale
- 1 medium apple
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (optional)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2–4 tablespoons warm water
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a baking sheet, spread cubed butternut squash, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for about 25 minutes until tender.
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions (generally, use 2 cups of water per cup of quinoa).
- In a mixing bowl, combine tahini, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and warm water; whisk until smooth.
- Assemble bowls by layering quinoa at the base and topping with roasted squash, kale, diced apple, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds.
- Drizzle dressing over each bowl before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg