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Autumn Glow Quinoa Bowls

Autumn Glow Quinoa Bowls: A Cozy Harvest Bowl Delight

Autumn Glow Quinoa Bowls are a deliciously nourishing embrace for chilly nights, featuring roasted butternut squash, apples, and hearty quinoa.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed and cooked
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Cubed
  • 2 cups Kale Chopped and massaged
For the Crunch
  • 1 medium Apple Diced
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1/4 cup Pumpkin Seeds Optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Or lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Warm Water Adjust for consistency

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, add chopped kale, olive oil, and salt. Massage the kale for 1-2 minutes until softened.
  4. Whisk together tahini, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and warm water until smooth.
  5. Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 15 minutes.
  6. Assemble bowls starting with quinoa, then add roasted squash, kale, diced apples, and cranberries. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds if desired.
  7. Drizzle the creamy dressing over each bowl and serve warm or chill for a refreshing take.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, store components separately to maintain freshness. Rinse quinoa before cooking to remove bitterness.

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