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Glow Quinoa Bowls

Glow Quinoa Bowls: Nourish Your Fall with Flavorful Warmth

Enjoy these Glow Quinoa Bowls packed with vibrant colors, healthy ingredients, and comforting warmth—perfect for fall dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cooked Quinoa Feel free to swap with any cooked grain.
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Sweet potatoes can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cups Kale Baby spinach or arugula can be substituted.
  • 1 medium Apple Choose your favorite variety of firm apples.
For the Add-Ins
  • ½ cup Dried Cranberries Raisins can replace them.
  • ¼ cup Pumpkin Seeds Pecans can be used as an alternative.
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Tahini Almond butter can be used instead.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Honey is a great option for non-vegans.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice is a suitable substitution.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is another option.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Warm Water Adjust for desired dressing consistency.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential seasonings to enhance flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces. Toss in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on a lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until caramelized.
  2. Chop fresh kale into bite-sized pieces, transfer to a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and massage for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together tahini, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil. Gradually add warm water to reach the desired consistency, seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  4. Layer cooked quinoa as the base in each bowl, followed by roasted butternut squash, massaged kale, diced apples, and sprinkle with dried cranberries.
  5. Drizzle maple-tahini dressing over each bowl, gently toss to combine, and enjoy warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store ingredients separately for meal prep to maintain freshness. Keep apples and nuts apart until serving to keep everything crisp.

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