Cozy Evening Low Fat Bowl (Printable)
Warm bowl with roasted veggies, quinoa, and a vibrant yogurt-herb dressing for a nourishing meal.
# List of ingredients:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
05 - 1 small zucchini, sliced
06 - 1 cup broccoli florets
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Dressing
09 - 1/2 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
12 - 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
13 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
15 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
16 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss sweet potato, bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
03 - Combine quinoa and vegetable broth in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, parsley, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.
05 - Divide quinoa among four bowls. Top with roasted vegetables. Drizzle with yogurt-herb dressing. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and toasted pumpkin seeds. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The roasted vegetables develop this natural sweetness that plays perfectly against the bright tangy dressing
- You get all the comfort of a warm grain bowl without the post meal sluggishness that heavier dishes bring
02 -
- Crowding your baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed vegetables instead of roasted ones
- Letting the quinoa rest for five minutes after cooking makes it fluffier, but do not forget to fluff it with a fork
03 -
- Cut your vegetables into similar sized pieces so they finish roasting at the same time
- Warm your serving bowls before plating, the food stays hotter longer and feels more comforting