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Fall Harvest Grain Bowl

A nourishing grain bowl filled with seasonal vegetables, hearty grains, and a maple tahini dressing, perfect for autumn.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 cup farro rinsed
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
For the Topping
  • 1 cup butternut squash cubed
  • 1 cup brussels sprouts halved
  • 1 cup kale chopped
  • 1 medium apple sliced
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup for dressing
  • 2 tablespoons tahini for dressing
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice for dressing
  • 1 pinch salt to taste
  • 1 pinch pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Grains
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, farro, and vegetable broth.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until grains are tender.
Roast the Vegetables
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. On a baking sheet, toss butternut squash and brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
Prepare the Kale and Apple
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped kale and sliced apple.
  2. Drizzle with lemon juice and massage the kale for a few minutes until tender.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, tahini, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Add water as needed to reach desired consistency.
Assemble the Bowl
  1. Divide the cooked grains among four bowls.
  2. Top each bowl with roasted vegetables, massaged kale, and apple slices.
  3. Drizzle with the maple tahini dressing before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 14gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 350mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10g

Notes

Feel free to add nuts or seeds for extra crunch and protein. This bowl can be served warm or cold.

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