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Fall Meals That Comfort: 5 Steps to Cozy Veggie Quinoa


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A cozy fall meal featuring roasted vegetables and quinoa.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium butternut squash, diced
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  3. In a pot, combine quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. While quinoa cooks, place butternut squash, red onion, and Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme. Toss to coat.
  6. Roast the vegetables for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Once quinoa is done, fluff it with a fork.
  8. Add the roasted vegetables, walnuts, and cranberries to the quinoa.
  9. Mix gently to combine.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • Make sure to cut vegetables into similar sizes for even cooking.
  • Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
  • You can substitute any seasonal vegetables you prefer.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting and Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: fall meals, roasted vegetables, quinoa