Harvest Grain Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa will make about 4 cups cooked quinoa
- 4-6 cups red butter lettuce or favorite lettuce/greens
- 1 butternut squash cut and cubed (use supermarket precut squash to save time) *
- 4 honeycrisp or granny smith apples sliced thin
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- 4 tablespoon sunflower seeds
- favorite fall salad dressing
- coarse salt
- freshly ground pepper
- extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Make the salad dressing and set aside or store in jar with lid.
- Cook quinoa according to instructions and set aside to cool slightly. (this step can be done in advance).
- While the quinoa is cooking, microwave squash for about 4-6 min (depending on size) on high on a microwave safe dish, turning the squash over half way through. You are NOT cooking the squash at this point. Microwaving will allow you to cut the skin off the squash much more easily. Remove from microwave and allow to cool before handling. Alternatively, you can buy precut butternut squash at the supermarket and skip this step and the next.
- With a sharp knife very carefully cut the skin off the squash, remove seeds and then cut into 1 inch cubes.
- Place squash on baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil and salt.
- Roast squash for about 20 minutes until cooked through and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly.
- Divide the ingredients between bowls (or store extra in tupperware) by adding the lettuce then the quinoa, apples, cooked squash, pomegranate and sprinkle on the sunflower seeds.
- Drizzle on the dressing and season to taste.
Notes
This recipe yields enough to make about 4 grain bowls.
Subscribe
I prefer to focus on quality ingredients from a variety of sources that work in tandem to promote optimal health. Nutrition calculations may not reflect these valuable interactions. However, I understand certain values can be helpful to some. Please note these calculations are merely estimates. Values will vary depending on modifications, brands used, and portion size. Should you require specific information, it's best to consult with a dietitian or qualified healthcare provider.
Tried this recipe?Mention @spoonfulofplants or tag #spoonfulofplants!