
Roasted Vegetable & Quinoa Grain Bowl
20min
25min
8
556
Chef's Note
For meal prep, store the components separately and assemble just before eating. The quinoa and roasted vegetables can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. This bowl is delicious served warm or cold, making it perfect for packed lunches.
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Ingredients
4 cups quinoa
8 cups water
4 large red bell peppers
2 large yellow bell peppers
4 medium zucchini
2 large sweet potatoes
2 large red onions
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
3 pounds chicken breast
4 medium avocados
1/2 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
Rinse 4 cups of quinoa under cold water. In a large pot, combine quinoa with 8 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
- 3
While quinoa cooks, cut 4 large red bell peppers, 2 large yellow bell peppers, 4 medium zucchini, 2 large sweet potatoes, and 2 large red onions into 1-inch chunks.
- 4
Place all vegetables on baking sheets. Drizzle with 4 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- 5
Roast vegetables in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- 6
Season 3 pounds of chicken breast with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 7
Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- 8
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lemon juice and 2 tablespoons honey to make a simple dressing.
- 9
Dice 4 medium avocados and chop 1/2 cup fresh parsley.
- 10
To assemble each bowl: place 1/2 cup cooked quinoa as the base, top with roasted vegetables, sliced chicken, and diced avocado. Drizzle with the lemon-honey dressing and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
556
35g
63g
19g
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